Goshenite and Gypsum Physical Properties
Tenacity
Not Available
  
Flexible
  
Solubility
Not Available
  
Soluble
  
Durability
Not Available
  
Not Available
  
Specific Gravity
2.60-2.90
  
2.20-2.40
  
Fracture
ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009), ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009)
  
Conchoidal, Splintery, Fibrous, UnevenArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009)
  
Cleavage
3,1 basal
  
Perfect on {010}, distinct on {100}
  
Mohs Hardness
7.5-8
  
2
  
Chemical Composition
Be3Al2SiO6
  
CaSO 4 -2(H 2O)Arthur Thomas , Gemstones (2009)
  
Goshenite and Gypsum Chemical Formula
While comparing Goshenite and Gypsum 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 Gypsum chemical formula.
- Chemical formula of Goshenite- Be3Al2SiO6
- Chemical formula of Gypsum- CaSO 4 -2(H 2O)Arthur Thomas , Gemstones (2009)
Goshenite and Gypsum Specific Gravity
Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Goshenite and Gypsum Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Goshenite and Gypsum Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Goshenite is 2.20-2.40 whereas that of Gypsum is 2.20-2.40.