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Goshenite and Hercynite 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
2.60-2.904.39
Amber
1 7.18
1.5 Fracture
ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009), ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009)
ConchoidalGemdat.org, Uneven
1.6 Cleavage
3,1 basal
{111} Indistinct, {111} Indistinct, {111} Indistinct
1.7 Mohs Hardness
7.5-87.5-8
Amber
2 10
1.8 Chemical Composition
Be3Al2SiO6
Fe2+ Al 2O 4Gemdat.org , Management Team (2012)

Goshenite and Hercynite Chemical Formula

While comparing Goshenite and Hercynite 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 Hercynite chemical formula.

  • Chemical formula of Goshenite- Be3Al2SiO6
  • Chemical formula of Hercynite- Fe2+ Al 2O 4Gemdat.org , Management Team (2012)

Goshenite and Hercynite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Goshenite and Hercynite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Goshenite and Hercynite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Goshenite is 4.39 whereas that of Hercynite is 4.39.