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Goshenite and Corundum Physical Properties

1 Physical Properties
1.1 Tenacity
Not Available
Brittle
1.2 Solubility
Not Available
insoluble
1.3 Durability
Not Available
Not Available
1.4 Specific Gravity
2.60-2.90
3.90-4.05
1.5 Fracture
ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009), ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009)
Uneven, Uneven, Gems, Difficult, Fibrous
1.6 Cleavage
3,1 basal
None – parting in 3 directions
1.7 Mohs Hardness
7.5-8
9
1.8 Chemical Composition
Be3Al2SiO6
Al 2O 3Arthur Thomas , Gemstones (2009)

Goshenite and Corundum Chemical Formula

While comparing Goshenite and Corundum 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 Corundum chemical formula.

  • Chemical formula of Goshenite- Be3Al2SiO6
  • Chemical formula of Corundum- Al 2O 3Arthur Thomas , Gemstones (2009)

Goshenite and Corundum Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Goshenite and Corundum Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Goshenite and Corundum Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Goshenite is 3.90-4.05 whereas that of Corundum is 3.90-4.05.