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Astrophyllite and Goshenite Physical Properties

1 Physical Properties
1.1 Tenacity
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1.2 Solubility
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1.3 Durability
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1.4 Specific Gravity
3.2-3.42.60-2.90
Amber
1 7.18
1.5 Fracture
Uneven, Brittle, Metallic
ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009), ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009)
1.6 Cleavage
Perfect on [001] imperfect on [100]
3,1 basal
1.7 Mohs Hardness
37.5-8
Amber
2 10
1.8 Chemical Composition
(K,Na) 3(Fe2+ ,Mn) 7Ti 2Si 8O 24(O,OH) 7Anthony et al , Handbook of mineralogy (2001)
Be3Al2SiO6

Astrophyllite and Goshenite Chemical Formula

While comparing Astrophyllite 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 Astrophyllite and Goshenite chemical formula.

  • Chemical formula of Astrophyllite- (K,Na) 3(Fe2+ ,Mn) 7Ti 2Si 8O 24(O,OH) 7Anthony et al , Handbook of mineralogy (2001)
  • Chemical formula of Goshenite- Be3Al2SiO6

Astrophyllite and Goshenite Specific Gravity

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