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Nifontovite and Goshenite Physical Properties


Goshenite and Nifontovite Physical Properties


Physical Properties

Tenacity
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Solubility
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Durability
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Specific Gravity
2.35-2.36   
2.60-2.90   

Fracture
Not Available   
ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009), ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009)   

Cleavage
{???} Indistinct   
3,1 basal   

Mohs Hardness
3.5-5   
7.5-8   

Chemical Composition
Ca 3B 6O 6(OH) 12 · 2H 2OAnthony et al , Handbook of Mineralogy (2001)   
Be3Al2SiO6   

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Nifontovite and Goshenite Chemical Formula

While comparing Nifontovite 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 Nifontovite and Goshenite chemical formula.

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Nifontovite and Goshenite Specific Gravity

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

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