Goshenite and Orthoclase Physical Properties

Goshenite

Orthoclase

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1 Physical Properties

1.1 Tenacity

Not Available

1.2 Solubility

Not Available

1.3 Durability

Not Available

1.4 Specific Gravity

2.60-2.902.54-2.61

1 7.18

1.5 Fracture

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

Gems, Uneven

1.6 Cleavage

3,1 basal

Has perfect cleavage on {001} and good cleavage on {010}. Cleavages intersect at 90°.

1.7 Mohs Hardness

7.5-86

2 10

1.8 Chemical Composition

Be₃Al₂SiO₆

KAlSi 3O 8Michael OâDonoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references

Goshenite and Orthoclase Chemical Formula

While comparing Goshenite and Orthoclase 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 Orthoclase chemical formula.

Chemical formula of Goshenite- Be₃Al₂SiO₆
Chemical formula of Orthoclase- KAlSi 3O 8Michael OâDonoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references

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Goshenite and Orthoclase Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Goshenite and Orthoclase Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Goshenite and Orthoclase Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Goshenite is 2.54-2.61 whereas that of Orthoclase is 2.54-2.61.