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Goshenite and Vivianite Physical Properties


Vivianite 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   
2.64-2.70   

Fracture
ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009), ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009)   
(e.g. graphite).   

Cleavage
3,1 basal   
{010} Perfect   

Mohs Hardness
7.5-8   
Not Available   

Chemical Composition
Be3Al2SiO6   
Fe 3(PO 4) 2 8H 2OUlrich Henn and Claudio C.   

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Goshenite and Vivianite Chemical Formula

While comparing Goshenite and Vivianite 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 Vivianite chemical formula.

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Goshenite and Vivianite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Goshenite and Vivianite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Goshenite and Vivianite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Goshenite is 2.64-2.70 whereas that of Vivianite is 2.64-2.70.

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