Hollandite and Goshenite Physical Properties
Tenacity
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Solubility
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Durability
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Specific Gravity
5.05
  
2.60-2.90
  
Fracture
Brittle, Metallic
  
ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009), ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009)
  
Cleavage
Distinct / Good, Prismatic
  
3,1 basal
  
Mohs Hardness
4-6
  
7.5-8
  
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
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.