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Goshenite and Leucite Physical Properties

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1 Physical Properties
1.1 Tenacity
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Brittle
1.2 Solubility
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1.3 Durability
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1.4 Specific Gravity
2.60-2.902.45-2.50
Amber
1 7.18
1.5 Fracture
ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009), ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009)
Conchoidal, ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009), Brittle
1.6 Cleavage
3,1 basal
Poor on {110}
1.7 Mohs Hardness
7.5-85.5-6
Amber
2 10
1.8 Chemical Composition
Be3Al2SiO6
KAlSi 2O 6Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references

Goshenite and Leucite Chemical Formula

While comparing Goshenite and Leucite 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 Leucite chemical formula.

  • Chemical formula of Goshenite- Be3Al2SiO6
  • Chemical formula of Leucite- KAlSi 2O 6Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references

Goshenite and Leucite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Goshenite and Leucite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Goshenite and Leucite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Goshenite is 2.45-2.50 whereas that of Leucite is 2.45-2.50.