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Goshenite
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Goshenite and Hodgkinsonite 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
2.60-2.904.06-4.08
Amber
1 7.18
1.5 Fracture
ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009), ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009)
UnevenArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009), UnevenArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009), Brittle, Metallic
1.6 Cleavage
3,1 basal
{???} Perfect
1.7 Mohs Hardness
7.5-84.5-5
Amber
2 10
1.8 Chemical Composition
Be3Al2SiO6
Mn2+ Zn 2SiO 4(OH) 2Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references

Goshenite and Hodgkinsonite Chemical Formula

While comparing Goshenite and Hodgkinsonite 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 Hodgkinsonite chemical formula.

  • Chemical formula of Goshenite- Be3Al2SiO6
  • Chemical formula of Hodgkinsonite- Mn2+ Zn 2SiO 4(OH) 2Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references

Goshenite and Hodgkinsonite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Goshenite and Hodgkinsonite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Goshenite and Hodgkinsonite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Goshenite is 4.06-4.08 whereas that of Hodgkinsonite is 4.06-4.08.