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Goshenite and Gahnite 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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1.4 Specific Gravity
2.60-2.90
4.00-4.62
1.5 Fracture
ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009), ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009)
Conchoidal, Uneven
1.6 Cleavage
3,1 basal
Indistinct parting on [111]
1.7 Mohs Hardness
7.5-8
7.5-8
1.8 Chemical Composition
Be3Al2SiO6
ZnAl 2O 4Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)

Goshenite and Gahnite Chemical Formula

While comparing Goshenite and Gahnite 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 Gahnite chemical formula.

  • Chemical formula of Goshenite- Be3Al2SiO6
  • Chemical formula of Gahnite- ZnAl 2O 4Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)

Goshenite and Gahnite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Goshenite and Gahnite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Goshenite and Gahnite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Goshenite is 4.00-4.62 whereas that of Gahnite is 4.00-4.62.