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Goshenite and Adularia Physical Properties

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
2.60-2.902.54-2.61
Amber
1 7.18
1.5 Fracture
ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009), ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009)
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1.6 Cleavage
3,1 basal
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1.7 Mohs Hardness
7.5-86
Amber
2 10
1.8 Chemical Composition
Be3Al2SiO6
KAlSi 3O 8Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)

Goshenite and Adularia Chemical Formula

While comparing Goshenite and Adularia 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 Adularia chemical formula.

  • Chemical formula of Goshenite- Be3Al2SiO6
  • Chemical formula of Adularia- KAlSi 3O 8Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)

Goshenite and Adularia Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Goshenite and Adularia Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Goshenite and Adularia Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Goshenite is 2.54-2.61 whereas that of Adularia is 2.54-2.61.