Carnallite and Goshenite Physical Properties

Carnallite

Goshenite

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1 Physical Properties

1.1 Tenacity

Not Available

1.2 Solubility

Soluble

Not Available

1.3 Durability

Not Available

1.4 Specific Gravity

1.6

2.60-2.90

1.5 Fracture

Violet, Conchoidal, Brittle, Conchoidal, Brittle

ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009), ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009)

1.6 Cleavage

None

3,1 basal

1.7 Mohs Hardness

2.5

7.5-8

1.8 Chemical Composition

KMgCl3•6(H2O)

Be₃Al₂SiO₆

Carnallite and Goshenite Chemical Formula

While comparing Carnallite 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 Carnallite and Goshenite chemical formula.

Chemical formula of Carnallite- KMgCl3•6(H2O)
Chemical formula of Goshenite- Be₃Al₂SiO₆

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Carnallite and Goshenite Specific Gravity

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