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Charlesite and Goshenite Physical Properties

1 Physical Properties
1.1 Tenacity
Brittle
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1.2 Solubility
Not Available
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1.3 Durability
Not Available
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1.4 Specific Gravity
1.792.60-2.90
Amber
1 7.18
1.5 Fracture
Irregular/uneven, Brittle, Metallic
ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009), ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009)
1.6 Cleavage
Perfect on {10bar10}
3,1 basal
1.7 Mohs Hardness
2.57.5-8
Amber
2 10
1.8 Chemical Composition
Ca6(Al,Si)2(SO4)2B(OH)4(OH,O)12•26(H2O)
Be3Al2SiO6

Charlesite and Goshenite Chemical Formula

While comparing Charlesite 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 Charlesite and Goshenite chemical formula.

  • Chemical formula of Charlesite- Ca6(Al,Si)2(SO4)2B(OH)4(OH,O)12•26(H2O)
  • Chemical formula of Goshenite- Be3Al2SiO6

Charlesite and Goshenite Specific Gravity

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