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Goshenite and Bastnasite 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
2.60-2.90
4.95-5.0
1.5 Fracture
ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009), ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009)
Uneven
1.6 Cleavage
3,1 basal
Imperfect to indistinct on {10 1 0}, parting on {0001}
1.7 Mohs Hardness
7.5-8
4-5
1.8 Chemical Composition
Be3Al2SiO6
(Ce,La)(CO 3)FMichael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references

Goshenite and Bastnasite Chemical Formula

While comparing Goshenite and Bastnasite 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 Bastnasite chemical formula.

  • Chemical formula of Goshenite- Be3Al2SiO6
  • Chemical formula of Bastnasite- (Ce,La)(CO 3)FMichael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references

Goshenite and Bastnasite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Goshenite and Bastnasite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Goshenite and Bastnasite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Goshenite is 4.95-5.0 whereas that of Bastnasite is 4.95-5.0.