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Goldstone and Goshenite Physical Properties


Goshenite and Goldstone Physical Properties


Physical Properties

Tenacity
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Solubility
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Durability
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Not Available   

Specific Gravity
2.50-2.80   
2.60-2.90   

Fracture
torn surfaces, (e.g. fractured metals).   
ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009), ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009)   

Cleavage
None   
3,1 basal   

Mohs Hardness
6   
7.5-8   

Chemical Composition
Au   
Be3Al2SiO6   

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Goldstone and Goshenite Chemical Formula

While comparing Goldstone 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 Goldstone and Goshenite chemical formula.

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Goldstone and Goshenite Specific Gravity

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

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