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Goshenite and Kurnakovite Physical Properties


Kurnakovite and Goshenite Physical Properties


Physical Properties

Tenacity
Not Available   
Not Available   

Solubility
Not Available   
Soluble   

Durability
Not Available   
Not Available   

Specific Gravity
2.60-2.90   
1.847-1.852   

Fracture
ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009), ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009)   
Brittle, Conchoidal   

Cleavage
3,1 basal   
Poor to indistinct on {010}   

Mohs Hardness
7.5-8   
2-3   

Chemical Composition
Be3Al2SiO6   
Not Available   

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Goshenite and Kurnakovite Chemical Formula

While comparing Goshenite and Kurnakovite 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 Kurnakovite chemical formula.

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Goshenite and Kurnakovite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Goshenite and Kurnakovite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Goshenite and Kurnakovite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Goshenite is 1.847-1.852 whereas that of Kurnakovite is 1.847-1.852.

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