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Goshenite and Diaspore Physical Properties

1 Physical Properties
1.1 Tenacity
Not Available
Very brittle
1.2 Solubility
Not Available
insoluble
1.3 Durability
Not Available
Not Available
1.4 Specific Gravity
2.60-2.903.30-3.40
Amber
1 7.18
1.5 Fracture
ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009), ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009)
Conchoidal, Brittle, Conchoidal
1.6 Cleavage
3,1 basal
{010} perfect, {110} distinct, {100} in traces
1.7 Mohs Hardness
7.5-86.5-7
Amber
2 10
1.8 Chemical Composition
Be3Al2SiO6
AlO(OH)Walter Schumann , Gemstones of the world (2001) More from other references

Goshenite and Diaspore Chemical Formula

While comparing Goshenite and Diaspore 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 Diaspore chemical formula.

  • Chemical formula of Goshenite- Be3Al2SiO6
  • Chemical formula of Diaspore- AlO(OH)Walter Schumann , Gemstones of the world (2001) More from other references

Goshenite and Diaspore Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Goshenite and Diaspore Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Goshenite and Diaspore Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Goshenite is 3.30-3.40 whereas that of Diaspore is 3.30-3.40.