Goshenite and Realgar Physical Properties
Tenacity
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Solubility
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Durability
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Specific Gravity
2.60-2.90
  
3.56
  
Fracture
ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009), ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009)
  
(e.g. graphite).
  
Cleavage
3,1 basal
  
{010} Good
  
Mohs Hardness
7.5-8
  
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Chemical Composition
Be3Al2SiO6
  
AsSMichael OâDonoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)
  
Goshenite and Realgar Chemical Formula
While comparing Goshenite and Realgar 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 Realgar chemical formula.
- Chemical formula of Goshenite- Be3Al2SiO6
- Chemical formula of Realgar- AsSMichael OâDonoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)
Goshenite and Realgar Specific Gravity
Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Goshenite and Realgar Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Goshenite and Realgar Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Goshenite is 3.56 whereas that of Realgar is 3.56.