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Catapleiite 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
2.722.60-2.90
Amber
1 7.18
1.5 Fracture
Brittle, Metallic, Brittle, Metallic
ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009), ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009)
1.6 Cleavage
{110} Perfect, {010} Perfect
3,1 basal
1.7 Mohs Hardness
5-67.5-8
Amber
2 10
1.8 Chemical Composition
Na 2ZrSi 3O 9 · 2H 2OMichael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)
Be3Al2SiO6

Catapleiite and Goshenite Chemical Formula

While comparing Catapleiite 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 Catapleiite and Goshenite chemical formula.

  • Chemical formula of Catapleiite- Na 2ZrSi 3O 9 · 2H 2OMichael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)
  • Chemical formula of Goshenite- Be3Al2SiO6

Catapleiite and Goshenite Specific Gravity

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