Goshenite and Pietersite 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

2.60-2.90Not Available

1 7.18

1.5 Fracture

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

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1.6 Cleavage

3,1 basal

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1.7 Mohs Hardness

7.5-85

2 10

1.8 Chemical Composition

Be₃Al₂SiO₆

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Goshenite and Pietersite Chemical Formula

While comparing Goshenite and Pietersite 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 Pietersite chemical formula.

Chemical formula of Goshenite- Be₃Al₂SiO₆

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Goshenite and Pietersite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Goshenite and Pietersite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Goshenite and Pietersite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Goshenite is Not Available whereas that of Pietersite is Not Available.