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Goshenite and Cancrinite Physical Properties

1 Physical Properties
1.1 Tenacity
Not Available
Brittle
1.2 Solubility
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Not Available
1.3 Durability
Not Available
Not Available
1.4 Specific Gravity
2.60-2.90
2.42-2.52
1.5 Fracture
ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009), ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009)
Irregular/uneven, ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009), Conchoidal, Brittle
1.6 Cleavage
3,1 basal
Perfect on {10 1 0}, poor on {0001}
1.7 Mohs Hardness
7.5-8
5-6
1.8 Chemical Composition
Be3Al2SiO6
Na 2Ca 2Al 6Si 6O 24(CO 3) 2Walter Schumann , Gemstones of the world (2001) More from other references

Goshenite and Cancrinite Chemical Formula

While comparing Goshenite and Cancrinite 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 Cancrinite chemical formula.

  • Chemical formula of Goshenite- Be3Al2SiO6
  • Chemical formula of Cancrinite- Na 2Ca 2Al 6Si 6O 24(CO 3) 2Walter Schumann , Gemstones of the world (2001) More from other references

Goshenite and Cancrinite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Goshenite and Cancrinite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Goshenite and Cancrinite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Goshenite is 2.42-2.52 whereas that of Cancrinite is 2.42-2.52.