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Childrenite and Goshenite Physical Properties

1 Physical Properties
1.1 Tenacity
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1.2 Solubility
Soluble
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1.3 Durability
Not Available
Not Available
1.4 Specific Gravity
3.06-3.252.60-2.90
Amber
1 7.18
1.5 Fracture
Sub-Conchoidal, ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Conchoidal, Uneven
ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009), ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009)
1.6 Cleavage
Poor/indistinct on {100}
3,1 basal
1.7 Mohs Hardness
4.5-57.5-8
Amber
2 10
1.8 Chemical Composition
(Fe,Mn)AlPO 4(OH) 2 -H 2OArthur Thomas , Gemstones (2009)
Be3Al2SiO6

Childrenite and Goshenite Chemical Formula

While comparing Childrenite 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 Childrenite and Goshenite chemical formula.

  • Chemical formula of Childrenite- (Fe,Mn)AlPO 4(OH) 2 -H 2OArthur Thomas , Gemstones (2009)
  • Chemical formula of Goshenite- Be3Al2SiO6

Childrenite and Goshenite Specific Gravity

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