Goshenite and Sunstone Physical Properties
Tenacity
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Solubility
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Durability
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Specific Gravity
2.60-2.90
  
2.62-2.65
  
Fracture
ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009), ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009)
  
Gemstones of the world (2001)
  
Cleavage
3,1 basal
  
001
  
Mohs Hardness
7.5-8
  
6
  
Chemical Composition
Be3Al2SiO6
  
Microcline: KAlSi3O8 Oligoclase: (Na,Ca)Al1-2Si3-2O8
  
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)Al1-2Si3-2O8
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.