Goshenite and Chondrodite Physical Properties

Goshenite

Chondrodite

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1 Physical Properties

1.1 Tenacity

Not Available

Brittle

1.2 Solubility

Not Available

Soluble

1.3 Durability

Not Available

1.4 Specific Gravity

2.60-2.90

3.10-3.20

1.5 Fracture

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

Uneven, Uneven, ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009), Conchoidal, Brittle

1.6 Cleavage

3,1 basal

Poor to good on (001)

1.7 Mohs Hardness

7.5-8

6-6.5

1.8 Chemical Composition

Be₃Al₂SiO₆

(Mg,Fe) 5(SiO 4) 2(F,OH) 2Ulrich Henn and Claudio C.

Goshenite and Chondrodite Chemical Formula

While comparing Goshenite and Chondrodite 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 Chondrodite chemical formula.

Chemical formula of Goshenite- Be₃Al₂SiO₆
Chemical formula of Chondrodite- (Mg,Fe) 5(SiO 4) 2(F,OH) 2Ulrich Henn and Claudio C.

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Goshenite and Chondrodite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Goshenite and Chondrodite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Goshenite and Chondrodite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Goshenite is 3.10-3.20 whereas that of Chondrodite is 3.10-3.20.