Goshenite and Brazilianite Physical Properties

Goshenite

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1 Physical Properties

1.1 Tenacity

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1.2 Solubility

Not Available

1.3 Durability

Not Available

1.4 Specific Gravity

2.60-2.902.98-2.99

1 7.18

1.5 Fracture

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

Conchoidal, Gems

1.6 Cleavage

3,1 basal

(010) Distinct to good

1.7 Mohs Hardness

7.5-85.5

2 10

1.8 Chemical Composition

Be₃Al₂SiO₆

NaAl 3(PO 4) 2(OH) 4Michael OâDonoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references

Goshenite and Brazilianite Chemical Formula

While comparing Goshenite and Brazilianite 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 Brazilianite chemical formula.

Chemical formula of Goshenite- Be₃Al₂SiO₆
Chemical formula of Brazilianite- NaAl 3(PO 4) 2(OH) 4Michael OâDonoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references

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Goshenite and Brazilianite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Goshenite and Brazilianite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Goshenite and Brazilianite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Goshenite is 2.98-2.99 whereas that of Brazilianite is 2.98-2.99.