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Kunzite and Goshenite Physical Properties

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1 Physical Properties
1.1 Tenacity
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1.2 Solubility
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1.3 Durability
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1.4 Specific Gravity
3.15-3.212.60-2.90
Amber
1 7.18
1.5 Fracture
Gemstones of the world (2001), UnevenWalter Schumann, Gemstones of the world (2001)
ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009), ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009)
1.6 Cleavage
1,2 prismatic
3,1 basal
1.7 Mohs Hardness
6-77.5-8
Amber
2 10
1.8 Chemical Composition
LiAlSi2O6
Be3Al2SiO6

Kunzite and Goshenite Chemical Formula

While comparing Kunzite 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 Kunzite and Goshenite chemical formula.

  • Chemical formula of Kunzite- LiAlSi2O6
  • Chemical formula of Goshenite- Be3Al2SiO6

Kunzite and Goshenite Specific Gravity

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