Goshenite and Rhodizite Physical Properties

Goshenite

Rhodizite

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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

2.60-2.903.34-3.44

1 7.18

1.5 Fracture

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

ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009), ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009), Conchoidal, Brittle

1.6 Cleavage

3,1 basal

{111} Indistinct, {111} Indistinct, {111} Indistinct

1.7 Mohs Hardness

7.5-88-8.5

2 10

1.8 Chemical Composition

Be₃Al₂SiO₆

(K,Cs)Al 4Be 4(B,Be) 12O 28Michael OâDonoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references

Goshenite and Rhodizite Chemical Formula

While comparing Goshenite and Rhodizite 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 Rhodizite chemical formula.

Chemical formula of Goshenite- Be₃Al₂SiO₆
Chemical formula of Rhodizite- (K,Cs)Al 4Be 4(B,Be) 12O 28Michael OâDonoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references

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Goshenite and Rhodizite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Goshenite and Rhodizite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Goshenite and Rhodizite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Goshenite is 3.34-3.44 whereas that of Rhodizite is 3.34-3.44.