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Goshenite and Diamond Physical Properties

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1 Physical Properties
1.1 Tenacity
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1.2 Solubility
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Soluble
1.3 Durability
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Not Available
1.4 Specific Gravity
2.60-2.90
3.50-3.53
1.5 Fracture
ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009), ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009)
Conchoidal, Conchoidal, Gemstones of the world (2001) More from other references, Conchoidal, Brittle
1.6 Cleavage
3,1 basal
111 (perfect in four directions)
1.7 Mohs Hardness
7.5-8
10
1.8 Chemical Composition
Be3Al2SiO6
C

Goshenite and Diamond Chemical Formula

While comparing Goshenite and Diamond 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 Diamond chemical formula.

  • Chemical formula of Goshenite- Be3Al2SiO6
  • Chemical formula of Diamond- C

Goshenite and Diamond Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Goshenite and Diamond Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Goshenite and Diamond Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Goshenite is 3.50-3.53 whereas that of Diamond is 3.50-3.53.