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Goshenite and Hematite Physical Properties

1 Physical Properties
1.1 Tenacity
Not Available
Brittle
1.2 Solubility
Not Available
Not Available
1.3 Durability
Not Available
Not Available
1.4 Specific Gravity
2.60-2.90
5.00-5.30
1.5 Fracture
ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009), ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009)
Uneven, Uneven, ConchoidalWalter Schumann, Gemstones of the world (2001) More from other references, Conchoidal, Brittle
1.6 Cleavage
3,1 basal
None, may show partings on {0001} and {10 1 1}
1.7 Mohs Hardness
7.5-8
6
1.8 Chemical Composition
Be3Al2SiO6
Fe 2O 3Arthur Thomas , Gemstones (2009)

Goshenite and Hematite Chemical Formula

While comparing Goshenite and Hematite 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 Hematite chemical formula.

  • Chemical formula of Goshenite- Be3Al2SiO6
  • Chemical formula of Hematite- Fe 2O 3Arthur Thomas , Gemstones (2009)

Goshenite and Hematite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Goshenite and Hematite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Goshenite and Hematite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Goshenite is 5.00-5.30 whereas that of Hematite is 5.00-5.30.