Goshenite and Tektite Physical Properties

Goshenite

Tektite

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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

2.60-2.902.34-2.51

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

7.5-8Not Available

2 10

1.8 Chemical Composition

Be₃Al₂SiO₆

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Goshenite and Tektite Chemical Formula

While comparing Goshenite and Tektite 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 Tektite chemical formula.

Chemical formula of Goshenite- Be₃Al₂SiO₆

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Goshenite and Tektite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Goshenite and Tektite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Goshenite and Tektite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Goshenite is 2.34-2.51 whereas that of Tektite is 2.34-2.51.