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Goshenite and Bowenite 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
2.60-2.902.58-2.80
Amber
1 7.18
1.5 Fracture
ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009), ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009)
Uneven, Irregular, Management Team (2012)
1.6 Cleavage
3,1 basal
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1.7 Mohs Hardness
7.5-85.5
Amber
2 10
1.8 Chemical Composition
Be3Al2SiO6
(Mg,Fe2+ ) 3Si 2O 5(OH) 4Anthony et al , Handbook of mineralogy (2001)

Goshenite and Bowenite Chemical Formula

While comparing Goshenite and Bowenite 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 Bowenite chemical formula.

  • Chemical formula of Goshenite- Be3Al2SiO6
  • Chemical formula of Bowenite- (Mg,Fe2+ ) 3Si 2O 5(OH) 4Anthony et al , Handbook of mineralogy (2001)

Goshenite and Bowenite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Goshenite and Bowenite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Goshenite and Bowenite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Goshenite is 2.58-2.80 whereas that of Bowenite is 2.58-2.80.