Goshenite and Natrolite Physical Properties
Tenacity
Not Available
Brittle
Solubility
Not Available
Not Available
Durability
Not Available
Not Available
Specific Gravity
2.60-2.90
2.20-2.26
Fracture
ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009), ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009)
Uneven, Brittle, Metallic, Gemstones (2009)
Cleavage
3,1 basal
Perfect on {110}
Mohs Hardness
7.5-8
5-5.5
Chemical Composition
Be3Al2SiO6
Na 2[Al 2Si 3O 10] · 2H 2OMichael OâDonoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references
Goshenite and Natrolite Chemical Formula
While comparing Goshenite and Natrolite 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 Natrolite chemical formula.
- Chemical formula of Goshenite- Be3Al2SiO6
- Chemical formula of Natrolite- Na 2[Al 2Si 3O 10] · 2H 2OMichael OâDonoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references
Goshenite and Natrolite Specific Gravity
Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Goshenite and Natrolite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Goshenite and Natrolite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Goshenite is 2.20-2.26 whereas that of Natrolite is 2.20-2.26.