Hessonite and Goshenite Physical Properties

Hessonite

Goshenite

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1 Physical Properties

1.1 Tenacity

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1.2 Solubility

Not Available

1.3 Durability

Not Available

1.4 Specific Gravity

3.55-3.732.60-2.90

1 7.18

1.5 Fracture

Uneven

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

1.6 Cleavage

Not Available

3,1 basal

1.7 Mohs Hardness

7-7.57.5-8

2 10

1.8 Chemical Composition

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Be₃Al₂SiO₆

Hessonite and Goshenite Chemical Formula

While comparing Hessonite 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 Hessonite and Goshenite chemical formula.

Chemical formula of Goshenite- Be₃Al₂SiO₆

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Hessonite and Goshenite Specific Gravity

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