Goshenite and Sunstone Physical Properties

Goshenite

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1 Physical Properties

1.1 Tenacity

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1.2 Solubility

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1.3 Durability

Not Available

1.4 Specific Gravity

2.60-2.90

2.62-2.65

1.5 Fracture

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

Gemstones of the world (2001)

1.6 Cleavage

3,1 basal

001

1.7 Mohs Hardness

7.5-8

1.8 Chemical Composition

Be₃Al₂SiO₆

Microcline: KAlSi₃O₈ Oligoclase: (Na,Ca)Al_1-2Si_3-2O₈

Goshenite and Sunstone Chemical Formula

While comparing Goshenite and Sunstone 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 Sunstone chemical formula.

Chemical formula of Goshenite- Be₃Al₂SiO₆
Chemical formula of Sunstone- Microcline: KAlSi₃O₈ Oligoclase: (Na,Ca)Al_1-2Si_3-2O₈

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Goshenite and Sunstone Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Goshenite and Sunstone Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Goshenite and Sunstone Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Goshenite is 2.62-2.65 whereas that of Sunstone is 2.62-2.65.