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Goshenite and Chrysoprase Physical Properties

1 Physical Properties
1.1 Tenacity
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1.2 Solubility
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1.3 Durability
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1.4 Specific Gravity
2.60-2.902.58-2.64
Amber
1 7.18
1.5 Fracture
ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009), ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009)
Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)
1.6 Cleavage
3,1 basal
None
1.7 Mohs Hardness
7.5-86.5-7
Amber
2 10
1.8 Chemical Composition
Be3Al2SiO6
SiO2 (with a high level of nickel impurities )

Goshenite and Chrysoprase Chemical Formula

While comparing Goshenite and Chrysoprase 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 Chrysoprase chemical formula.

  • Chemical formula of Goshenite- Be3Al2SiO6
  • Chemical formula of Chrysoprase- SiO2 (with a high level of nickel impurities )

Goshenite and Chrysoprase Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Goshenite and Chrysoprase Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Goshenite and Chrysoprase Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Goshenite is 2.58-2.64 whereas that of Chrysoprase is 2.58-2.64.