Goshenite and Milarite Physical Properties

Goshenite

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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

2.60-2.902.52-2.60

1 7.18

1.5 Fracture

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

Uneven, Uneven, ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009), Brittle, Metallic

1.6 Cleavage

3,1 basal

{0001} Imperfect, {1120} Imperfect

1.7 Mohs Hardness

7.5-85.5-6

2 10

1.8 Chemical Composition

Be₃Al₂SiO₆

KCa 2AlBe 2Si 12O 30 · 0.5H 2OMichael OâDonoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references

Goshenite and Milarite Chemical Formula

While comparing Goshenite and Milarite 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 Milarite chemical formula.

Chemical formula of Goshenite- Be₃Al₂SiO₆
Chemical formula of Milarite- KCa 2AlBe 2Si 12O 30 · 0.5H 2OMichael OâDonoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references

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Goshenite and Milarite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Goshenite and Milarite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Goshenite and Milarite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Goshenite is 2.52-2.60 whereas that of Milarite is 2.52-2.60.