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Goshenite and Brookite Physical Properties

1 Physical Properties
1.1 Tenacity
Not Available
Brittle
1.2 Solubility
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1.3 Durability
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1.4 Specific Gravity
2.60-2.903.87-4.14
Amber
1 7.18
1.5 Fracture
ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009), ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009)
Subconchoidal, ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009), Conchoidal, Brittle
1.6 Cleavage
3,1 basal
Poor on {120}, in traces on {001}
1.7 Mohs Hardness
7.5-85.5-6
Amber
2 10
1.8 Chemical Composition
Be3Al2SiO6
TiO 2Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references

Goshenite and Brookite Chemical Formula

While comparing Goshenite and Brookite 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 Brookite chemical formula.

  • Chemical formula of Goshenite- Be3Al2SiO6
  • Chemical formula of Brookite- TiO 2Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references

Goshenite and Brookite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Goshenite and Brookite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Goshenite and Brookite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Goshenite is 3.87-4.14 whereas that of Brookite is 3.87-4.14.