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Goshenite and Selenite Physical Properties


Selenite and Goshenite Physical Properties


Physical Properties

Tenacity
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Solubility
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Durability
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Specific Gravity
2.60-2.90   
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Fracture
ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009), ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009)   
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Cleavage
3,1 basal   
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Mohs Hardness
7.5-8   
2   

Chemical Composition
Be3Al2SiO6   
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Goshenite and Selenite Chemical Formula

While comparing Goshenite and Selenite 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 Selenite chemical formula.

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Goshenite and Selenite Specific Gravity

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

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