Pearl and Goshenite Physical Properties

Pearl

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

2.60-2.85

2.60-2.90

1.5 Fracture

Gemstones of the world (2001), UnevenWalter Schumann, Gemstones of the world (2001)

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

1.6 Cleavage

none

3,1 basal

1.7 Mohs Hardness

2.5-4.5

7.5-8

1.8 Chemical Composition

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Be₃Al₂SiO₆

Pearl and Goshenite Chemical Formula

While comparing Pearl 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 Pearl and Goshenite chemical formula.

Chemical formula of Goshenite- Be₃Al₂SiO₆

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Pearl and Goshenite Specific Gravity

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