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Goshenite and Danburite Physical Properties

1 Physical Properties
1.1 Tenacity
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Brittle
1.2 Solubility
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1.3 Durability
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1.4 Specific Gravity
2.60-2.902.97-3.03
Amber
1 7.18
1.5 Fracture
ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009), ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009)
Uneven, Uneven, ConchoidalWalter Schumann, Gemstones of the world (2001) More from other references, Conchoidal, Brittle
1.6 Cleavage
3,1 basal
{001} Poor
1.7 Mohs Hardness
7.5-87
Amber
2 10
1.8 Chemical Composition
Be3Al2SiO6
CaB 2(SiO 4) 2Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references

Goshenite and Danburite Chemical Formula

While comparing Goshenite and Danburite 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 Danburite chemical formula.

  • Chemical formula of Goshenite- Be3Al2SiO6
  • Chemical formula of Danburite- CaB 2(SiO 4) 2Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references

Goshenite and Danburite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Goshenite and Danburite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Goshenite and Danburite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Goshenite is 2.97-3.03 whereas that of Danburite is 2.97-3.03.