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Goshenite and Childrenite Physical Properties

1 Physical Properties
1.1 Tenacity
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1.2 Solubility
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Soluble
1.3 Durability
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Not Available
1.4 Specific Gravity
2.60-2.903.06-3.25
Amber
1 7.18
1.5 Fracture
ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009), ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009)
Sub-Conchoidal, ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Conchoidal, Uneven
1.6 Cleavage
3,1 basal
Poor/indistinct on {100}
1.7 Mohs Hardness
7.5-84.5-5
Amber
2 10
1.8 Chemical Composition
Be3Al2SiO6
(Fe,Mn)AlPO 4(OH) 2 -H 2OArthur Thomas , Gemstones (2009)

Goshenite and Childrenite Chemical Formula

While comparing Goshenite and Childrenite 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 Childrenite chemical formula.

  • Chemical formula of Goshenite- Be3Al2SiO6
  • Chemical formula of Childrenite- (Fe,Mn)AlPO 4(OH) 2 -H 2OArthur Thomas , Gemstones (2009)

Goshenite and Childrenite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Goshenite and Childrenite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Goshenite and Childrenite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Goshenite is 3.06-3.25 whereas that of Childrenite is 3.06-3.25.