Nepouite and Goshenite Physical Properties

Nepouite

Goshenite

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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

3.18-3.242.60-2.90

1 7.18

1.5 Fracture

Not Available

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

1.6 Cleavage

perfect on {001}

3,1 basal

1.7 Mohs Hardness

27.5-8

2 10

1.8 Chemical Composition

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Be₃Al₂SiO₆

Nepouite and Goshenite Chemical Formula

While comparing Nepouite 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 Nepouite and Goshenite chemical formula.

Chemical formula of Goshenite- Be₃Al₂SiO₆

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Nepouite and Goshenite Specific Gravity

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