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Goshenite and Chlorite group Physical Properties


Chlorite group and Goshenite Physical Properties


Physical Properties

Tenacity
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Solubility
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Durability
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Specific Gravity
2.60-2.90   
2.6-3.3   

Fracture
ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009), ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009)   
Lamellar   

Cleavage
3,1 basal   
Perfect 001   

Mohs Hardness
7.5-8   
2-2.5   

Chemical Composition
Be3Al2SiO6   
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Goshenite and Chlorite group Chemical Formula

While comparing Goshenite and Chlorite group 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 Chlorite group chemical formula.

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Goshenite and Chlorite group Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Goshenite and Chlorite group Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Goshenite and Chlorite group Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Goshenite is 2.6-3.3 whereas that of Chlorite group is 2.6-3.3.

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