Goshenite and Variscite Physical Properties

Goshenite

Variscite

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1 Physical Properties

1.1 Tenacity

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1.2 Solubility

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1.3 Durability

Not Available

1.4 Specific Gravity

2.60-2.90

2.42-2.58

1.5 Fracture

ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009), ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009)

Conchoidal, Splintery, ConchoidalWalter Schumann, Gemstones of the world (2001) More from other references, Brittle

1.6 Cleavage

3,1 basal

[010] perfect

1.7 Mohs Hardness

7.5-8

4-5

1.8 Chemical Composition

Be₃Al₂SiO₆

AlPO₄ · 2(H₂O)

Goshenite and Variscite Chemical Formula

While comparing Goshenite and Variscite 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 Variscite chemical formula.

Chemical formula of Goshenite- Be₃Al₂SiO₆
Chemical formula of Variscite- AlPO₄ · 2(H₂O)

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Goshenite and Variscite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Goshenite and Variscite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Goshenite and Variscite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Goshenite is 2.42-2.58 whereas that of Variscite is 2.42-2.58.