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Goshenite and Hardystonite 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
2.60-2.90
3.396-3.443
1.5 Fracture
ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009), ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009)
Brittle, Metallic
1.6 Cleavage
3,1 basal
[001] good, [100] and [110] fair
1.7 Mohs Hardness
7.5-8
3-4
1.8 Chemical Composition
Be3Al2SiO6
Ca 2ZnSi 2O 7Anthony et al , Handbook of mineralogy (2001)

Goshenite and Hardystonite Chemical Formula

While comparing Goshenite and Hardystonite 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 Hardystonite chemical formula.

  • Chemical formula of Goshenite- Be3Al2SiO6
  • Chemical formula of Hardystonite- Ca 2ZnSi 2O 7Anthony et al , Handbook of mineralogy (2001)

Goshenite and Hardystonite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Goshenite and Hardystonite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Goshenite and Hardystonite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Goshenite is 3.396-3.443 whereas that of Hardystonite is 3.396-3.443.