Goshenite and Benitoite Physical Properties

Goshenite

Benitoite

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1 Physical Properties

1.1 Tenacity

Not Available

1.2 Solubility

Not Available

Insoluble: HCl

1.3 Durability

Not Available

1.4 Specific Gravity

2.60-2.90

3.61-3.68

1.5 Fracture

ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009), ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009)

Conchoidal, ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009), Conchoidal, Brittle

1.6 Cleavage

3,1 basal

[10 1 1] poor

1.7 Mohs Hardness

7.5-8

6-6.5

1.8 Chemical Composition

Be₃Al₂SiO₆

BaTiSi 3O 9Michael OâDonoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references

Goshenite and Benitoite Chemical Formula

While comparing Goshenite and Benitoite 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 Benitoite chemical formula.

Chemical formula of Goshenite- Be₃Al₂SiO₆
Chemical formula of Benitoite- BaTiSi 3O 9Michael OâDonoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references

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Goshenite and Benitoite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Goshenite and Benitoite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Goshenite and Benitoite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Goshenite is 3.61-3.68 whereas that of Benitoite is 3.61-3.68.