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Moroxite and Goshenite Physical Properties

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
3.13-3.262.60-2.90
Amber
1 7.18
1.5 Fracture
ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009), ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009)
ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009), ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009)
1.6 Cleavage
Not Available
3,1 basal
1.7 Mohs Hardness
Not Available7.5-8
Amber
2 10
1.8 Chemical Composition
Ca 5(F,Cl)(PO 4) 3Arthur Thomas , Gemstones (2009)
Be3Al2SiO6

Moroxite and Goshenite Chemical Formula

While comparing Moroxite 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 Moroxite and Goshenite chemical formula.

  • Chemical formula of Moroxite- Ca 5(F,Cl)(PO 4) 3Arthur Thomas , Gemstones (2009)
  • Chemical formula of Goshenite- Be3Al2SiO6

Moroxite and Goshenite Specific Gravity

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