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Hessonite and Goshenite Physical Properties


Goshenite and Hessonite Physical Properties


Physical Properties

Tenacity
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Solubility
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Durability
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Not Available   

Specific Gravity
3.55-3.73   
2.60-2.90   

Fracture
Uneven   
ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009), ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009)   

Cleavage
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3,1 basal   

Mohs Hardness
7-7.5   
7.5-8   

Chemical Composition
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Be3Al2SiO6   

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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.

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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.

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