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Goshenite and Anorthite 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
2.60-2.90
2.77
1.5 Fracture
ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009), ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009)
Uneven, Uneven, Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)
1.6 Cleavage
3,1 basal
Perfect [001] good [010] poor [110]
1.7 Mohs Hardness
7.5-8
6-6.5
1.8 Chemical Composition
Be3Al2SiO6
CaAl 2Si 2O 8Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)

Goshenite and Anorthite Chemical Formula

While comparing Goshenite and Anorthite 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 Anorthite chemical formula.

  • Chemical formula of Goshenite- Be3Al2SiO6
  • Chemical formula of Anorthite- CaAl 2Si 2O 8Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)

Goshenite and Anorthite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Goshenite and Anorthite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Goshenite and Anorthite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Goshenite is 2.77 whereas that of Anorthite is 2.77.

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