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Goshenite and Wulfenite Physical Properties

1 Physical Properties
1.1 Tenacity
Not Available
Brittle
1.2 Solubility
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Not Available
1.3 Durability
Not Available
Not Available
1.4 Specific Gravity
2.60-2.90
6.50-7.00
1.5 Fracture
ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009), ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009)
Irregular, Brittle, Conchoidal
1.6 Cleavage
3,1 basal
On {011}, distinct; on {001}, {013}, indistinct
1.7 Mohs Hardness
7.5-8
3
1.8 Chemical Composition
Be3Al2SiO6
PbMoO 4Walter Schumann , Gemstones of the world (2001)

Goshenite and Wulfenite Chemical Formula

While comparing Goshenite and Wulfenite 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 Wulfenite chemical formula.

  • Chemical formula of Goshenite- Be3Al2SiO6
  • Chemical formula of Wulfenite- PbMoO 4Walter Schumann , Gemstones of the world (2001)

Goshenite and Wulfenite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Goshenite and Wulfenite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Goshenite and Wulfenite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Goshenite is 6.50-7.00 whereas that of Wulfenite is 6.50-7.00.