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Goshenite and Emerald Physical Properties

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1 Physical Properties
1.1 Tenacity
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1.2 Solubility
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1.3 Durability
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Hard
1.4 Specific Gravity
2.60-2.902.67-2.78
Amber
1 7.18
1.5 Fracture
ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009), ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009)
Uneven, Uneven, ConchoidalWalter Schumann, Gemstones of the world (2001)
1.6 Cleavage
3,1 basal
Imperfect on the [0001]
1.7 Mohs Hardness
7.5-87.5-8
Amber
2 10
1.8 Chemical Composition
Be3Al2SiO6
Be3Al2SiO6

Goshenite and Emerald Chemical Formula

While comparing Goshenite and Emerald 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 Emerald chemical formula.

  • Chemical formula of Goshenite- Be3Al2SiO6
  • Chemical formula of Emerald- Be3Al2SiO6

Goshenite and Emerald Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Goshenite and Emerald Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Goshenite and Emerald Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Goshenite is 2.67-2.78 whereas that of Emerald is 2.67-2.78.