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Goshenite and Girasol Physical Properties


Girasol and Goshenite Physical Properties


Physical Properties

Tenacity
Not Available   
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Solubility
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Not Available   

Durability
Not Available   
Not Available   

Specific Gravity
2.60-2.90   
1.98-2.50   

Fracture
ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009), ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009)   
Conchoidal, Conchoidal, Gemstones of the world (2001)   

Cleavage
3,1 basal   
Not Available   

Mohs Hardness
7.5-8   
5.5-6.5   

Chemical Composition
Be3Al2SiO6   
SiO 2 · nH 2OWalter Schumann , Gemstones of the world (2001)   

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Goshenite and Girasol Chemical Formula

While comparing Goshenite and Girasol 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 Girasol chemical formula.

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Goshenite and Girasol Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Goshenite and Girasol Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Goshenite and Girasol Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Goshenite is 1.98-2.50 whereas that of Girasol is 1.98-2.50.

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