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Clintonite and Goshenite Physical Properties

1 Physical Properties
1.1 Tenacity
Brittle
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1.2 Solubility
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1.3 Durability
Not Available
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1.4 Specific Gravity
3.0-3.12.60-2.90
Amber
1 7.18
1.5 Fracture
Brittle, Metallic, Brittle, Metallic
ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009), ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009)
1.6 Cleavage
Perfect on {001}
3,1 basal
1.7 Mohs Hardness
3.57.5-8
Amber
2 10
1.8 Chemical Composition
Ca(Mg,Al)3(Al3Si)O10(OH)2
Be3Al2SiO6

Clintonite and Goshenite Chemical Formula

While comparing Clintonite 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 Clintonite and Goshenite chemical formula.

  • Chemical formula of Clintonite- Ca(Mg,Al)3(Al3Si)O10(OH)2
  • Chemical formula of Goshenite- Be3Al2SiO6

Clintonite and Goshenite Specific Gravity

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