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Goshenite and Citrine Physical Properties

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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
2.60-2.902.65
Amber
1 7.18
1.5 Fracture
ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009), ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009)
ConchoidalMichael O’Donoghue, Gems, Sixth Edition (2006), Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)
1.6 Cleavage
3,1 basal
Indiscernible
1.7 Mohs Hardness
7.5-87
Amber
2 10
1.8 Chemical Composition
Be3Al2SiO6
SiO2

Goshenite and Citrine Chemical Formula

While comparing Goshenite and Citrine 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 Citrine chemical formula.

  • Chemical formula of Goshenite- Be3Al2SiO6
  • Chemical formula of Citrine- SiO2

Goshenite and Citrine Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Goshenite and Citrine Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Goshenite and Citrine Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Goshenite is 2.65 whereas that of Citrine is 2.65.