Goshenite and Smithsonite Physical Properties

Goshenite

Smithsonite

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1 Physical Properties

1.1 Tenacity

Not Available

Brittle

1.2 Solubility

Not Available

1.3 Durability

Not Available

1.4 Specific Gravity

2.60-2.90

4.00-4.65

1.5 Fracture

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

Uneven, Sub-Conchoidal, UnevenWalter Schumann, Gemstones of the world (2001) More from other references, Brittle, Metallic

1.6 Cleavage

3,1 basal

Perfect on [1011]

1.7 Mohs Hardness

7.5-8

5-5.5

1.8 Chemical Composition

Be₃Al₂SiO₆

ZnCO 3Michael OâDonoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references

Goshenite and Smithsonite Chemical Formula

While comparing Goshenite and Smithsonite 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 Smithsonite chemical formula.

Chemical formula of Goshenite- Be₃Al₂SiO₆
Chemical formula of Smithsonite- ZnCO 3Michael OâDonoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references

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Goshenite and Smithsonite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Goshenite and Smithsonite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Goshenite and Smithsonite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Goshenite is 4.00-4.65 whereas that of Smithsonite is 4.00-4.65.