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Goshenite and Cinnabar Physical Properties

1 Physical Properties
1.1 Tenacity
Not Available
Slightly sectile
1.2 Solubility
Not Available
1.04 x 10−25 g per 100 ml water (Ksp at 25°C = 2 x 10−32)
1.3 Durability
Not Available
Not Available
1.4 Specific Gravity
2.60-2.902
Amber
1 7.18
1.5 Fracture
ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009), ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009)
Uneven, Uneven, Gemstones (2009), Brittle
1.6 Cleavage
3,1 basal
Prismatic {10 1 0}, perfect
1.7 Mohs Hardness
7.5-82-2.5
Amber
2 10
1.8 Chemical Composition
Be3Al2SiO6
HgSMichael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references

Goshenite and Cinnabar Chemical Formula

While comparing Goshenite and Cinnabar 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 Cinnabar chemical formula.

  • Chemical formula of Goshenite- Be3Al2SiO6
  • Chemical formula of Cinnabar- HgSMichael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references

Goshenite and Cinnabar Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Goshenite and Cinnabar Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Goshenite and Cinnabar Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Goshenite is 2 whereas that of Cinnabar is 2.