Goshenite and Hexagonite Physical Properties

Goshenite

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1 Physical Properties

1.1 Tenacity

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Brittle

1.2 Solubility

Not Available

1.3 Durability

Not Available

1.4 Specific Gravity

2.60-2.902.98-3.03

1 7.18

1.5 Fracture

ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009), ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009)

Uneven

1.6 Cleavage

3,1 basal

[110] perfect; [010] distinct

1.7 Mohs Hardness

7.5-85-6

2 10

1.8 Chemical Composition

Be₃Al₂SiO₆

Ca 2Mg 5Si 8O 22(OH) 2Ulrich Henn and Claudio C.

Goshenite and Hexagonite Chemical Formula

While comparing Goshenite and Hexagonite 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 Hexagonite chemical formula.

Chemical formula of Goshenite- Be₃Al₂SiO₆
Chemical formula of Hexagonite- Ca 2Mg 5Si 8O 22(OH) 2Ulrich Henn and Claudio C.

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Goshenite and Hexagonite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Goshenite and Hexagonite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Goshenite and Hexagonite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Goshenite is 2.98-3.03 whereas that of Hexagonite is 2.98-3.03.