Demantoid and Goshenite Physical Properties

Demantoid

Goshenite

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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

3.77-3.952.60-2.90

1 7.18

1.5 Fracture

Not Available

ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009), ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009)

1.6 Cleavage

Not Available

3,1 basal

1.7 Mohs Hardness

6.57.5-8

2 10

1.8 Chemical Composition

Ca 3Fe 2(SiO 4) 3Ulrich Henn and Claudio C.

Be₃Al₂SiO₆

Demantoid and Goshenite Chemical Formula

While comparing Demantoid 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 Demantoid and Goshenite chemical formula.

Chemical formula of Demantoid- Ca 3Fe 2(SiO 4) 3Ulrich Henn and Claudio C.
Chemical formula of Goshenite- Be₃Al₂SiO₆

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Demantoid and Goshenite Specific Gravity

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