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Goshenite and Sussexite Physical Properties

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
2.60-2.903.30
Amber
1 7.18
1.5 Fracture
ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009), ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009)
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1.6 Cleavage
3,1 basal
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1.7 Mohs Hardness
7.5-83-3.5
Amber
2 10
1.8 Chemical Composition
Be3Al2SiO6
Mn2+ BO 2(OH)Anthony et al , Handbook of mineralogy (2001)

Goshenite and Sussexite Chemical Formula

While comparing Goshenite and Sussexite 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 Sussexite chemical formula.

  • Chemical formula of Goshenite- Be3Al2SiO6
  • Chemical formula of Sussexite- Mn2+ BO 2(OH)Anthony et al , Handbook of mineralogy (2001)

Goshenite and Sussexite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Goshenite and Sussexite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Goshenite and Sussexite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Goshenite is 3.30 whereas that of Sussexite is 3.30.