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Goshenite and Gyrolite Physical Properties

1 Physical Properties
1.1 Tenacity
Not Available
Brittle
1.2 Solubility
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Not Available
1.3 Durability
Not Available
Not Available
1.4 Specific Gravity
2.60-2.902.48
Amber
1 7.18
1.5 Fracture
ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009), ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009)
Brittle, Uneven, Brittle, Uneven
1.6 Cleavage
3,1 basal
Perfect on {001}
1.7 Mohs Hardness
7.5-82
Amber
2 10
1.8 Chemical Composition
Be3Al2SiO6
NaCa16Si23AlO60(OH)8•64(H2O)

Goshenite and Gyrolite Chemical Formula

While comparing Goshenite and Gyrolite 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 Gyrolite chemical formula.

  • Chemical formula of Goshenite- Be3Al2SiO6
  • Chemical formula of Gyrolite- NaCa16Si23AlO60(OH)8•64(H2O)

Goshenite and Gyrolite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Goshenite and Gyrolite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Goshenite and Gyrolite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Goshenite is 2.48 whereas that of Gyrolite is 2.48.