Marialite and Goshenite Physical Properties

Marialite

Goshenite

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1 Physical Properties

1.1 Tenacity

Brittle

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1.2 Solubility

Not Available

1.3 Durability

Not Available

1.4 Specific Gravity

2.502.60-2.90

1 7.18

1.5 Fracture

Uneven, Uneven, ConchoidalAnthony et al, Handbook of mineralogy (2001), Brittle, Conchoidal

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

1.6 Cleavage

Distinct on {100} and {110}

3,1 basal

1.7 Mohs Hardness

5.5-67.5-8

2 10

1.8 Chemical Composition

3NaAlSi 3O 8 · NaClAnthony et al , Handbook of mineralogy (2001)

Be₃Al₂SiO₆

Marialite and Goshenite Chemical Formula

While comparing Marialite 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 Marialite and Goshenite chemical formula.

Chemical formula of Marialite- 3NaAlSi 3O 8 · NaClAnthony et al , Handbook of mineralogy (2001)
Chemical formula of Goshenite- Be₃Al₂SiO₆

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Marialite and Goshenite Specific Gravity

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