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Goshenite and Malachite 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
2.60-2.903.25-4.10
Amber
1 7.18
1.5 Fracture
ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009), ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009)
Conchoidal, Conchoidal, Gemstones (2009), Uneven
1.6 Cleavage
3,1 basal
Perfect on { 2 01} fair on {010}
1.7 Mohs Hardness
7.5-83.5-4
Amber
2 10
1.8 Chemical Composition
Be3Al2SiO6
Cu2CO3(OH)2

Goshenite and Malachite Chemical Formula

While comparing Goshenite and Malachite 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 Malachite chemical formula.

  • Chemical formula of Goshenite- Be3Al2SiO6
  • Chemical formula of Malachite- Cu2CO3(OH)2

Goshenite and Malachite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Goshenite and Malachite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Goshenite and Malachite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Goshenite is 3.25-4.10 whereas that of Malachite is 3.25-4.10.