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Goshenite and Boracite Physical Properties

1 Physical Properties
1.1 Tenacity
Not Available
Brittle
1.2 Solubility
Not Available
Soluble
1.3 Durability
Not Available
Not Available
1.4 Specific Gravity
2.60-2.902.95-2.96
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
None
1.7 Mohs Hardness
7.5-87-7.5
Amber
2 10
1.8 Chemical Composition
Be3Al2SiO6
Mg 3B 7O 13ClMichael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references

Goshenite and Boracite Chemical Formula

While comparing Goshenite and Boracite 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 Boracite chemical formula.

  • Chemical formula of Goshenite- Be3Al2SiO6
  • Chemical formula of Boracite- Mg 3B 7O 13ClMichael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references

Goshenite and Boracite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Goshenite and Boracite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Goshenite and Boracite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Goshenite is 2.95-2.96 whereas that of Boracite is 2.95-2.96.