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Goshenite and Azurite Physical Properties

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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
2.60-2.903.70-3.90
Amber
1 7.18
1.5 Fracture
ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009), ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009)
Conchoidal, ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009), Brittle, Conchoidal
1.6 Cleavage
3,1 basal
Perfect on {011}, fair on {100}, poor on {110}
1.7 Mohs Hardness
7.5-83.5-4
Amber
2 10
1.8 Chemical Composition
Be3Al2SiO6
Cu 3(OH) 2(CO 3) 2Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references

Goshenite and Azurite Chemical Formula

While comparing Goshenite and Azurite 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 Azurite chemical formula.

  • Chemical formula of Goshenite- Be3Al2SiO6
  • Chemical formula of Azurite- Cu 3(OH) 2(CO 3) 2Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references

Goshenite and Azurite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Goshenite and Azurite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Goshenite and Azurite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Goshenite is 3.70-3.90 whereas that of Azurite is 3.70-3.90.