Goshenite and Actinolite Physical Properties

Goshenite

Actinolite

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1 Physical Properties

1.1 Tenacity

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1.2 Solubility

Not Available

1.3 Durability

Not Available

1.4 Specific Gravity

2.60-2.90

3.00

1.5 Fracture

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

Uneven, UnevenArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009), Splintery

1.6 Cleavage

3,1 basal

perfect along {110}.

1.7 Mohs Hardness

7.5-8

5-6

1.8 Chemical Composition

Be₃Al₂SiO₆

Ca 2(Mg,Fe) 5Si 8O 22(OH) 2Ulrich Henn and Claudio C.

Goshenite and Actinolite Chemical Formula

While comparing Goshenite and Actinolite 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 Goshenite and Actinolite chemical formula.

Chemical formula of Goshenite- Be₃Al₂SiO₆
Chemical formula of Actinolite- Ca 2(Mg,Fe) 5Si 8O 22(OH) 2Ulrich Henn and Claudio C.

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Goshenite and Actinolite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Goshenite and Actinolite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Goshenite and Actinolite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Goshenite is 3.00 whereas that of Actinolite is 3.00.