Goshenite and Stolzite Physical Properties
Tenacity
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Brittle
  
Solubility
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Durability
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Specific Gravity
2.60-2.90
  
2
  
Fracture
ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009), ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009)
  
Conchoidal, Uneven, Brittle
  
Cleavage
3,1 basal
  
Imperfect on {001}, indistinct on {011}
  
Mohs Hardness
7.5-8
  
2.5-3
  
Chemical Composition
Be3Al2SiO6
  
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Goshenite and Stolzite Chemical Formula
While comparing Goshenite and Stolzite 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 Stolzite chemical formula.
- Chemical formula of Goshenite- Be3Al2SiO6
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Goshenite and Stolzite Specific Gravity
Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Goshenite and Stolzite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Goshenite and Stolzite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Goshenite is 2 whereas that of Stolzite is 2.