Goshenite and Marcasite Physical Properties

Goshenite

Marcasite

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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

2.60-2.90

4.80-4.90

1.5 Fracture

ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009), ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009)

UnevenArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009), UnevenArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009), Uneven

1.6 Cleavage

3,1 basal

{010} Indistinct

1.7 Mohs Hardness

7.5-8

6-6.5

1.8 Chemical Composition

Be₃Al₂SiO₆

FeS 2Michael OâDonoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references

Goshenite and Marcasite Chemical Formula

While comparing Goshenite and Marcasite 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 Marcasite chemical formula.

Chemical formula of Goshenite- Be₃Al₂SiO₆
Chemical formula of Marcasite- FeS 2Michael OâDonoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references

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Goshenite and Marcasite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Goshenite and Marcasite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Goshenite and Marcasite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Goshenite is 4.80-4.90 whereas that of Marcasite is 4.80-4.90.