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Musgravite 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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Not Available
1.4 Specific Gravity
3.62-3.68
2.60-2.90
1.5 Fracture
Conchoidal
ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009), ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009)
1.6 Cleavage
Not Available
3,1 basal
1.7 Mohs Hardness
8-8.5
7.5-8
1.8 Chemical Composition
(Mg,Fe,Zn)Al 6BeO 12Ulrich Henn and Claudio C.
Be3Al2SiO6

Musgravite and Goshenite Chemical Formula

While comparing Musgravite 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 Musgravite and Goshenite chemical formula.

  • Chemical formula of Musgravite- (Mg,Fe,Zn)Al 6BeO 12Ulrich Henn and Claudio C.
  • Chemical formula of Goshenite- Be3Al2SiO6

Musgravite and Goshenite Specific Gravity

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