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Corundum and Goshenite Physical Properties

1 Physical Properties
1.1 Tenacity
Brittle
Not Available
1.2 Solubility
insoluble
Not Available
1.3 Durability
Not Available
Not Available
1.4 Specific Gravity
3.90-4.05
2.60-2.90
1.5 Fracture
Uneven, Uneven, Gems, Difficult, Fibrous
ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009), ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009)
1.6 Cleavage
None – parting in 3 directions
3,1 basal
1.7 Mohs Hardness
9
7.5-8
1.8 Chemical Composition
Al 2O 3Arthur Thomas , Gemstones (2009)
Be3Al2SiO6

Corundum and Goshenite Chemical Formula

While comparing Corundum 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 Corundum and Goshenite chemical formula.

  • Chemical formula of Corundum- Al 2O 3Arthur Thomas , Gemstones (2009)
  • Chemical formula of Goshenite- Be3Al2SiO6

Corundum and Goshenite Specific Gravity

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