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Goshenite and Faustite Physical Properties

1 Physical Properties
1.1 Tenacity
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1.2 Solubility
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1.3 Durability
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1.4 Specific Gravity
2.60-2.902.9
Amber
1 7.18
1.5 Fracture
ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009), ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009)
Conchoidal, ConchoidalAnthony et al, Conchoidal, Brittle, Conchoidal
1.6 Cleavage
3,1 basal
{???} Indistinct
1.7 Mohs Hardness
7.5-84.5
Amber
2 10
1.8 Chemical Composition
Be3Al2SiO6
(Zn,Cu)Al 6(PO 4) 4(OH) 8 · 4H 2OMichael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)

Goshenite and Faustite Chemical Formula

While comparing Goshenite and Faustite 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 Faustite chemical formula.

  • Chemical formula of Goshenite- Be3Al2SiO6
  • Chemical formula of Faustite- (Zn,Cu)Al 6(PO 4) 4(OH) 8 · 4H 2OMichael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)

Goshenite and Faustite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Goshenite and Faustite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Goshenite and Faustite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Goshenite is 2.9 whereas that of Faustite is 2.9.