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Lawsonite and Goshenite Physical Properties

1 Physical Properties
1.1 Tenacity
Brittle
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1.2 Solubility
Not Available
Not Available
1.3 Durability
Not Available
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1.4 Specific Gravity
3.092.60-2.90
Amber
1 7.18
1.5 Fracture
White, Yellow, Pale blue, Brittle, Uneven
ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009), ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009)
1.6 Cleavage
Perfect on {100} and {010}, imperfect on {101}
3,1 basal
1.7 Mohs Hardness
87.5-8
Amber
2 10
1.8 Chemical Composition
Not Available
Be3Al2SiO6

Lawsonite and Goshenite Chemical Formula

While comparing Lawsonite 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 Lawsonite and Goshenite chemical formula.

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  • Chemical formula of Goshenite- Be3Al2SiO6

Lawsonite and Goshenite Specific Gravity

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