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Pargasite 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
3.04-3.26
2.60-2.90
1.5 Fracture
Splintery, Brittle, Uneven
ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009), ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009)
1.6 Cleavage
{110} perfect
3,1 basal
1.7 Mohs Hardness
5-6
7.5-8
1.8 Chemical Composition
NaCa 2(Mg 4Al)Si 6Al 2O 22(OH) 2Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)
Be3Al2SiO6

Pargasite and Goshenite Chemical Formula

While comparing Pargasite 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 Pargasite and Goshenite chemical formula.

  • Chemical formula of Pargasite- NaCa 2(Mg 4Al)Si 6Al 2O 22(OH) 2Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)
  • Chemical formula of Goshenite- Be3Al2SiO6

Pargasite and Goshenite Specific Gravity

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