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Goshenite and Kunzite Physical Properties

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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
2.60-2.903.15-3.21
Amber
1 7.18
1.5 Fracture
ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009), ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009)
Gemstones of the world (2001), UnevenWalter Schumann, Gemstones of the world (2001)
1.6 Cleavage
3,1 basal
1,2 prismatic
1.7 Mohs Hardness
7.5-86-7
Amber
2 10
1.8 Chemical Composition
Be3Al2SiO6
LiAlSi2O6

Goshenite and Kunzite Chemical Formula

While comparing Goshenite and Kunzite 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 Kunzite chemical formula.

  • Chemical formula of Goshenite- Be3Al2SiO6
  • Chemical formula of Kunzite- LiAlSi2O6

Goshenite and Kunzite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Goshenite and Kunzite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Goshenite and Kunzite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Goshenite is 3.15-3.21 whereas that of Kunzite is 3.15-3.21.