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Chlorite group 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
2.6-3.3
2.60-2.90
1.5 Fracture
Lamellar
ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009), ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009)
1.6 Cleavage
Perfect 001
3,1 basal
1.7 Mohs Hardness
2-2.5
7.5-8
1.8 Chemical Composition
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Be3Al2SiO6

Chlorite group and Goshenite Chemical Formula

While comparing Chlorite group 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 Chlorite group and Goshenite chemical formula.

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  • Chemical formula of Goshenite- Be3Al2SiO6

Chlorite group and Goshenite Specific Gravity

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