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Goshenite and Hollandite 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
2.60-2.90
5.05
1.5 Fracture
ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009), ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009)
Brittle, Metallic
1.6 Cleavage
3,1 basal
Distinct / Good, Prismatic
1.7 Mohs Hardness
7.5-8
4-6
1.8 Chemical Composition
Be3Al2SiO6
Ba(Mn++++,Mn++)8O16

Goshenite and Hollandite Chemical Formula

While comparing Goshenite and Hollandite 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 Hollandite chemical formula.

  • Chemical formula of Goshenite- Be3Al2SiO6
  • Chemical formula of Hollandite- Ba(Mn++++,Mn++)8O16

Goshenite and Hollandite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Goshenite and Hollandite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Goshenite and Hollandite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Goshenite is 5.05 whereas that of Hollandite is 5.05.