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Goshenite and Papagoite Physical Properties

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
2.60-2.90
3.25
1.5 Fracture
ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009), ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009)
Brittle, Metallic
1.6 Cleavage
3,1 basal
Imperfect in one direction
1.7 Mohs Hardness
7.5-8
5-5.5
1.8 Chemical Composition
Be3Al2SiO6
CaCuAlSi 2O 6(OH) 3Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)

Goshenite and Papagoite Chemical Formula

While comparing Goshenite and Papagoite 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 Papagoite chemical formula.

  • Chemical formula of Goshenite- Be3Al2SiO6
  • Chemical formula of Papagoite- CaCuAlSi 2O 6(OH) 3Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)

Goshenite and Papagoite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Goshenite and Papagoite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Goshenite and Papagoite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Goshenite is 3.25 whereas that of Papagoite is 3.25.