Nuummite and Goshenite Physical Properties

Nuummite

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

3.18-3.372.60-2.90

1 7.18

1.5 Fracture

Conchoidal

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

1.6 Cleavage

Perfect on 210

3,1 basal

1.7 Mohs Hardness

5.5-67.5-8

2 10

1.8 Chemical Composition

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Be₃Al₂SiO₆

Nuummite and Goshenite Chemical Formula

While comparing Nuummite 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 Nuummite and Goshenite chemical formula.

Chemical formula of Goshenite- Be₃Al₂SiO₆

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Nuummite and Goshenite Specific Gravity

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