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Goshenite and Tinzenite 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
2.60-2.903.355-3.433
Amber
1 7.18
1.5 Fracture
ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009), ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009)
Uneven, Uneven, ConchoidalAnthony et al, Handbook of mineralogy (2001)
1.6 Cleavage
3,1 basal
{???} Good, {???} Good
1.7 Mohs Hardness
7.5-8Not Available
Amber
2 10
1.8 Chemical Composition
Be3Al2SiO6
(Ca,Mn2+ ,Fe2+ ) 3Al 2BSi 4O 15(OH)Anthony et al , Handbook of mineralogy (2001)

Goshenite and Tinzenite Chemical Formula

While comparing Goshenite and Tinzenite 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 Tinzenite chemical formula.

  • Chemical formula of Goshenite- Be3Al2SiO6
  • Chemical formula of Tinzenite- (Ca,Mn2+ ,Fe2+ ) 3Al 2BSi 4O 15(OH)Anthony et al , Handbook of mineralogy (2001)

Goshenite and Tinzenite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Goshenite and Tinzenite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Goshenite and Tinzenite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Goshenite is 3.355-3.433 whereas that of Tinzenite is 3.355-3.433.