Goshenite and Zoisite Physical Properties
Tenacity
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Solubility
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Durability
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Specific Gravity
2.60-2.90
  
3.20-3.50
  
Fracture
ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009), ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009)
  
Uneven, Conchoidal, ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009), Even
  
Cleavage
3,1 basal
  
Perfect {010} imperfect {100}
  
Mohs Hardness
7.5-8
  
6-7
  
Chemical Composition
Be3Al2SiO6
  
Ca2Al3(SiO4)3(OH)
  
Goshenite and Zoisite Chemical Formula
While comparing Goshenite and Zoisite 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 Zoisite chemical formula.
- Chemical formula of Goshenite- Be3Al2SiO6
- Chemical formula of Zoisite- Ca2Al3(SiO4)3(OH)
Goshenite and Zoisite Specific Gravity
Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Goshenite and Zoisite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Goshenite and Zoisite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Goshenite is 3.20-3.50 whereas that of Zoisite is 3.20-3.50.