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Apache Tear and Goshenite Physical Properties


Goshenite and Apache Tear Physical Properties


Physical Properties

Tenacity
-  
-  

Solubility
-  
-  

Durability
-  
-  

Specific Gravity
-9999  
2.60-2.90  

Fracture
Conchoidal  
Conchoidal  

Cleavage
None  
3,1 basal  

Mohs Hardness
5-5.5  
7.5-8  

Chemical Composition
-  
Be3Al2SiO6  

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Apache Tear and Goshenite Chemical Formula

While comparing Apache Tear and Goshenite physical properties, the important data you should know is its chemical composition. Since chemical formula defines the molecular structure of the crystal, most of the physical properties like color, tenacity, solubility are governed by Apache Tear and Goshenite chemical formula.

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Apache Tear and Goshenite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Apache Tear and Goshenite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Apache Tear and Goshenite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Apache Tear is 2.60-2.90 whereas that of Goshenite is 2.60-2.90.

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