Hollandite and Goshenite Physical Properties

Hollandite

Goshenite

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1 Physical Properties

1.1 Tenacity

Not Available

1.2 Solubility

Not Available

1.3 Durability

Not Available

1.4 Specific Gravity

5.052.60-2.90

1 7.18

1.5 Fracture

Brittle, Metallic

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

1.6 Cleavage

Distinct / Good, Prismatic

3,1 basal

1.7 Mohs Hardness

4-67.5-8

2 10

1.8 Chemical Composition

Ba(Mn++++,Mn++)8O16

Be₃Al₂SiO₆

Hollandite and Goshenite Chemical Formula

While comparing Hollandite 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 Hollandite and Goshenite chemical formula.

Chemical formula of Hollandite- Ba(Mn++++,Mn++)8O16
Chemical formula of Goshenite- Be₃Al₂SiO₆

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Hollandite and Goshenite Specific Gravity

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