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Goshenite and Willemite 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
2.60-2.903.89-4.18
Amber
1 7.18
1.5 Fracture
ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009), ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009)
Conchoidal, ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009), Uneven
1.6 Cleavage
3,1 basal
{0001}, {11 2 0} imperfect
1.7 Mohs Hardness
7.5-85.5
Amber
2 10
1.8 Chemical Composition
Be3Al2SiO6
Zn 2SiO 4Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references

Goshenite and Willemite Chemical Formula

While comparing Goshenite and Willemite 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 Willemite chemical formula.

  • Chemical formula of Goshenite- Be3Al2SiO6
  • Chemical formula of Willemite- Zn 2SiO 4Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references

Goshenite and Willemite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Goshenite and Willemite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Goshenite and Willemite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Goshenite is 3.89-4.18 whereas that of Willemite is 3.89-4.18.