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Harlequin Opal and Goshenite Physical Properties


Goshenite and Harlequin Opal Physical Properties


Physical Properties

Tenacity
Not Available   
Not Available   

Solubility
Not Available   
Not Available   

Durability
Not Available   
Not Available   

Specific Gravity
1.98-2.50   
2.60-2.90   

Fracture
Conchoidal, Conchoidal, Gemstones of the world (2001)   
ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009), ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009)   

Cleavage
Not Available   
3,1 basal   

Mohs Hardness
5.5-6.5   
7.5-8   

Chemical Composition
SiO 2 · nH 2OWalter Schumann , Gemstones of the world (2001)   
Be3Al2SiO6   

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Harlequin Opal and Goshenite Chemical Formula

While comparing Harlequin Opal and Goshenite 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 Harlequin Opal and Goshenite chemical formula.

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Harlequin Opal and Goshenite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Harlequin Opal and Goshenite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Harlequin Opal and Goshenite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Harlequin Opal is 2.60-2.90 whereas that of Goshenite is 2.60-2.90.

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