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Mellite 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
1.58-1.60
2.60-2.90
1.5 Fracture
ConchoidalAnthony et al, Handbook of mineralogy (2001), ConchoidalAnthony et al, Handbook of mineralogy (2001), Conchoidal, Brittle
ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009), ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009)
1.6 Cleavage
{011} Imperfect
3,1 basal
1.7 Mohs Hardness
2
7.5-8
1.8 Chemical Composition
Al 2(Cl 2O 12) · 18H 2OUlrich Henn and Claudio C.
Be3Al2SiO6

Mellite and Goshenite Chemical Formula

While comparing Mellite 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 Mellite and Goshenite chemical formula.

  • Chemical formula of Mellite- Al 2(Cl 2O 12) · 18H 2OUlrich Henn and Claudio C.
  • Chemical formula of Goshenite- Be3Al2SiO6

Mellite and Goshenite Specific Gravity

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