Goshenite and Clinozoisite Physical Properties
Tenacity
Not Available
Brittle
Solubility
Not Available
Not Available
Durability
Not Available
Not Available
Specific Gravity
2.60-2.90
3.21-3.38
Fracture
ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009), ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009)
Irregular/uneven, Uneven
Cleavage
3,1 basal
Perfect on {001}
Chemical Composition
Be3Al2SiO6
Ca 2Al 3(SiO 4) 3(OH)Walter Schumann , Gemstones of the world (2001) More from other references
Goshenite and Clinozoisite Chemical Formula
While comparing Goshenite and Clinozoisite 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 Clinozoisite chemical formula.
- Chemical formula of Goshenite- Be3Al2SiO6
- Chemical formula of Clinozoisite- Ca 2Al 3(SiO 4) 3(OH)Walter Schumann , Gemstones of the world (2001) More from other references
Goshenite and Clinozoisite Specific Gravity
Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Goshenite and Clinozoisite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Goshenite and Clinozoisite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Goshenite is 3.21-3.38 whereas that of Clinozoisite is 3.21-3.38.