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Goshenite and Glaucophane 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
2.60-2.90
3-3.15
1.5 Fracture
ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009), ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009)
Conchoidal, Brittle, Conchoidal
1.6 Cleavage
3,1 basal
Good on [110] and on [001]
1.7 Mohs Hardness
7.5-8
6.0-6.5
1.8 Chemical Composition
Be3Al2SiO6
[ ]Na2(Mg3Al2)Si8O22(OH)2

Goshenite and Glaucophane Chemical Formula

While comparing Goshenite and Glaucophane 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 Glaucophane chemical formula.

  • Chemical formula of Goshenite- Be3Al2SiO6
  • Chemical formula of Glaucophane- [ ]Na2(Mg3Al2)Si8O22(OH)2

Goshenite and Glaucophane Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Goshenite and Glaucophane Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Goshenite and Glaucophane Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Goshenite is 3-3.15 whereas that of Glaucophane is 3-3.15.