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Goshenite and Edenite Physical Properties

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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
2.60-2.903.05-3.37
Amber
1 7.18
1.5 Fracture
ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009), ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009)
Conchoidal, Brittle, Conchoidal
1.6 Cleavage
3,1 basal
Good on (110)
1.7 Mohs Hardness
7.5-85-6
Amber
2 10
1.8 Chemical Composition
Be3Al2SiO6
NaCa2Mg5Si7AlO22(OH)2

Goshenite and Edenite Chemical Formula

While comparing Goshenite and Edenite 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 Edenite chemical formula.

  • Chemical formula of Goshenite- Be3Al2SiO6
  • Chemical formula of Edenite- NaCa2Mg5Si7AlO22(OH)2

Goshenite and Edenite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Goshenite and Edenite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Goshenite and Edenite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Goshenite is 3.05-3.37 whereas that of Edenite is 3.05-3.37.