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Goshenite and Diamond Physical Properties


Diamond and Goshenite Physical Properties


Physical Properties

Tenacity
Not Available   
Not Available   

Solubility
Not Available   
Soluble   

Durability
Not Available   
Not Available   

Specific Gravity
2.60-2.90   
3.50-3.53   

Fracture
ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009), ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009)   
Conchoidal, Conchoidal, Gemstones of the world (2001) More from other references, Conchoidal, Brittle   

Cleavage
3,1 basal   
111 (perfect in four directions)   

Mohs Hardness
7.5-8   
10   

Chemical Composition
Be3Al2SiO6   
C   

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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.

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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.

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