Goshenite and Microcline Physical Properties

Goshenite

Microcline

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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

2.60-2.902.55-2.63

1 7.18

1.5 Fracture

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

Uneven, Uneven, Gems

1.6 Cleavage

3,1 basal

{001} Perfect, {010} Good

1.7 Mohs Hardness

7.5-86-6.5

2 10

1.8 Chemical Composition

Be₃Al₂SiO₆

KAlSi 3O 8Arthur Thomas , Gemstones (2009)

Goshenite and Microcline Chemical Formula

While comparing Goshenite and Microcline 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 Microcline chemical formula.

Chemical formula of Goshenite- Be₃Al₂SiO₆
Chemical formula of Microcline- KAlSi 3O 8Arthur Thomas , Gemstones (2009)

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Goshenite and Microcline Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Goshenite and Microcline Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Goshenite and Microcline Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Goshenite is 2.55-2.63 whereas that of Microcline is 2.55-2.63.