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Kainite and Goshenite Physical Properties

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1 Physical Properties
1.1 Tenacity
Brittle
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1.2 Solubility
Soluble
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1.3 Durability
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1.4 Specific Gravity
2.15
2.60-2.90
1.5 Fracture
Splintery, Conchoidal, Brittle
ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009), ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009)
1.6 Cleavage
{001}, perfect
3,1 basal
1.7 Mohs Hardness
2.5-3
7.5-8
1.8 Chemical Composition
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Be3Al2SiO6

Kainite and Goshenite Chemical Formula

While comparing Kainite 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 Kainite and Goshenite chemical formula.

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  • Chemical formula of Goshenite- Be3Al2SiO6

Kainite and Goshenite Specific Gravity

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