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Goshenite and Andesine Physical Properties

1 Physical Properties
1.1 Tenacity
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Brittle
1.2 Solubility
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1.3 Durability
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1.4 Specific Gravity
2.60-2.902.65-2.69
Amber
1 7.18
1.5 Fracture
ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009), ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009)
Uneven, Uneven, Conchoidal, Uneven, Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)
1.6 Cleavage
3,1 basal
Perfect on {001}, good on {010}
1.7 Mohs Hardness
7.5-86-6.5
Amber
2 10
1.8 Chemical Composition
Be3Al2SiO6
(Na,Ca)Al1-2Si3-2O8

Goshenite and Andesine Chemical Formula

While comparing Goshenite and Andesine 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 Andesine chemical formula.

  • Chemical formula of Goshenite- Be3Al2SiO6
  • Chemical formula of Andesine- (Na,Ca)Al1-2Si3-2O8

Goshenite and Andesine Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Goshenite and Andesine Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Goshenite and Andesine Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Goshenite is 2.65-2.69 whereas that of Andesine is 2.65-2.69.