Goshenite and Nephrite Physical Properties

Goshenite

Nephrite

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1 Physical Properties

1.1 Tenacity

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1.2 Solubility

Not Available

1.3 Durability

Not Available

1.4 Specific Gravity

2.60-2.90

2.90-3.10

1.5 Fracture

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

Splintery, Granular, Splintery, Granular, Gemstones (2009)

1.6 Cleavage

3,1 basal

Not Available

1.7 Mohs Hardness

7.5-8

6-6.5

1.8 Chemical Composition

Be₃Al₂SiO₆

Ca 2(Mg,Fe) 5(OH) 2Walter Schumann , Gemstones of the world (2001) More from other references

Goshenite and Nephrite Chemical Formula

While comparing Goshenite and Nephrite 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 Nephrite chemical formula.

Chemical formula of Goshenite- Be₃Al₂SiO₆
Chemical formula of Nephrite- Ca 2(Mg,Fe) 5(OH) 2Walter Schumann , Gemstones of the world (2001) More from other references

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Goshenite and Nephrite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Goshenite and Nephrite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Goshenite and Nephrite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Goshenite is 2.90-3.10 whereas that of Nephrite is 2.90-3.10.