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Goshenite and Gaylussite Physical Properties


Gaylussite and Goshenite Physical Properties


Physical Properties

Tenacity
Not Available   
Not Available   

Solubility
Not Available   
decomposes in water   

Durability
Not Available   
Not Available   

Specific Gravity
2.60-2.90   
1.93-1.99   

Fracture
ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009), ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009)   
Conchoidal, Conchoidal, Brittle   

Cleavage
3,1 basal   
perfect [110]   

Mohs Hardness
7.5-8   
2.5   

Chemical Composition
Be3Al2SiO6   
Na2Ca(CO3)2•5(H2O)   

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Goshenite and Gaylussite Chemical Formula

While comparing Goshenite and Gaylussite 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 Gaylussite chemical formula.

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Goshenite and Gaylussite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Goshenite and Gaylussite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Goshenite and Gaylussite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Goshenite is 1.93-1.99 whereas that of Gaylussite is 1.93-1.99.

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