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Goshenite and Topaz Physical Properties


Topaz and Goshenite Physical Properties


Physical Properties

Tenacity
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Solubility
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Durability
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Specific Gravity
2.60-2.90   
3.49-3.57   

Fracture
ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009), ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009)   
Subconchoidal, Uneven, ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009), Brittle   

Cleavage
3,1 basal   
[001] Perfect   

Mohs Hardness
7.5-8   
8   

Chemical Composition
Be3Al2SiO6   
Al2SiO4(F,OH)2   

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Goshenite and Topaz Chemical Formula

While comparing Goshenite and Topaz 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 Topaz chemical formula.

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Goshenite and Topaz Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Goshenite and Topaz Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Goshenite and Topaz Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Goshenite is 3.49-3.57 whereas that of Topaz is 3.49-3.57.

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