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Goshenite and Labradorite 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
2.69-2.72
1.5 Fracture
ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009), ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009)
Uneven, Conchoidal, Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)
1.6 Cleavage
3,1 basal
Perfect on {001}, less perfect on {010}, intersecting at near 90°; distinct on {110}
1.7 Mohs Hardness
7.5-8
6-6.5
1.8 Chemical Composition
Be3Al2SiO6
(Na,Ca)1-2Si3-2O8

Goshenite and Labradorite Chemical Formula

While comparing Goshenite and Labradorite 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 Labradorite chemical formula.

  • Chemical formula of Goshenite- Be3Al2SiO6
  • Chemical formula of Labradorite- (Na,Ca)1-2Si3-2O8

Goshenite and Labradorite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Goshenite and Labradorite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Goshenite and Labradorite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Goshenite is 2.69-2.72 whereas that of Labradorite is 2.69-2.72.

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