Elaeolite and Goshenite Physical Properties

Elaeolite

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

2.55-2.672.60-2.90

1 7.18

1.5 Fracture

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

1.6 Cleavage

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3,1 basal

1.7 Mohs Hardness

5.5-67.5-8

2 10

1.8 Chemical Composition

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Be₃Al₂SiO₆

Elaeolite and Goshenite Chemical Formula

While comparing Elaeolite 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 Elaeolite and Goshenite chemical formula.

Chemical formula of Goshenite- Be₃Al₂SiO₆

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Elaeolite and Goshenite Specific Gravity

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