Iddingsite and Goshenite Physical Properties

Iddingsite

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

2.5-2.82.60-2.90

1 7.18

1.5 Fracture

Not Available

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

1.6 Cleavage

{???} Perfect

3,1 basal

1.7 Mohs Hardness

37.5-8

2 10

1.8 Chemical Composition

MgO.Fe2O3.3SiO2•4(H2O)

Be₃Al₂SiO₆

Iddingsite and Goshenite Chemical Formula

While comparing Iddingsite 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 Iddingsite and Goshenite chemical formula.

Chemical formula of Iddingsite- MgO.Fe2O3.3SiO2•4(H2O)
Chemical formula of Goshenite- Be₃Al₂SiO₆

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Iddingsite and Goshenite Specific Gravity

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