Goshenite and Zircon Physical Properties

Goshenite

Zircon

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1 Physical Properties

1.1 Tenacity

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Brittle

1.2 Solubility

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insoluble

1.3 Durability

Not Available

1.4 Specific Gravity

2.60-2.90

3.93-4.73

1.5 Fracture

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

Conchoidal, Uneven, ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009)

1.6 Cleavage

3,1 basal

{110} and {111}

1.7 Mohs Hardness

7.5-8

7.5

1.8 Chemical Composition

Be₃Al₂SiO₆

ZrSiO₄

Goshenite and Zircon Chemical Formula

While comparing Goshenite and Zircon 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 Zircon chemical formula.

Chemical formula of Goshenite- Be₃Al₂SiO₆
Chemical formula of Zircon- ZrSiO₄

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Goshenite and Zircon Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Goshenite and Zircon Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Goshenite and Zircon Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Goshenite is 3.93-4.73 whereas that of Zircon is 3.93-4.73.