Goshenite and Chrysoprase Physical Properties

Goshenite

Chrysoprase

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1 Physical Properties

1.1 Tenacity

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1.2 Solubility

Not Available

1.3 Durability

Not Available

1.4 Specific Gravity

2.60-2.90

2.58-2.64

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

7.5-8

6.5-7

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 )

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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.