Goshenite and Sphalerite Physical Properties

Goshenite

Sphalerite

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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

2.60-2.903.95-4.10

1 7.18

1.5 Fracture

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

UnevenWalter Schumann, Gemstones of the world (2001) More from other references, UnevenWalter Schumann, Gemstones of the world (2001) More from other references, Uneven

1.6 Cleavage

3,1 basal

{110} Perfect, {110} Perfect, {110} Perfect

1.7 Mohs Hardness

7.5-83.5-4

2 10

1.8 Chemical Composition

Be₃Al₂SiO₆

(Zn,Fe)SMichael OâDonoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references

Goshenite and Sphalerite Chemical Formula

While comparing Goshenite and Sphalerite 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 Sphalerite chemical formula.

Chemical formula of Goshenite- Be₃Al₂SiO₆
Chemical formula of Sphalerite- (Zn,Fe)SMichael OâDonoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references

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Goshenite and Sphalerite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Goshenite and Sphalerite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Goshenite and Sphalerite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Goshenite is 3.95-4.10 whereas that of Sphalerite is 3.95-4.10.