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Goshenite and Gahnospinel Physical Properties

1 Physical Properties
1.1 Tenacity
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1.2 Solubility
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1.3 Durability
Not Available
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1.4 Specific Gravity
2.60-2.90
3.65-4.55
1.5 Fracture
ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009), ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009)
ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009)
1.6 Cleavage
3,1 basal
None, but may exhibit slight parting
1.7 Mohs Hardness
7.5-8
7.5-8
1.8 Chemical Composition
Be3Al2SiO6
(Mg,Zn)Al 2O 4Gemdat.org , Management Team (2012)

Goshenite and Gahnospinel Chemical Formula

While comparing Goshenite and Gahnospinel 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 Gahnospinel chemical formula.

  • Chemical formula of Goshenite- Be3Al2SiO6
  • Chemical formula of Gahnospinel- (Mg,Zn)Al 2O 4Gemdat.org , Management Team (2012)

Goshenite and Gahnospinel Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Goshenite and Gahnospinel Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Goshenite and Gahnospinel Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Goshenite is 3.65-4.55 whereas that of Gahnospinel is 3.65-4.55.

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