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Phenakite and Goshenite Physical Properties

1 Physical Properties
1.1 Tenacity
Brittle
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1.2 Solubility
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1.3 Durability
Not Available
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1.4 Specific Gravity
2.90-2.982.60-2.90
Amber
1 7.18
1.5 Fracture
Conchoidal, ConchoidalWalter Schumann, Gemstones of the world (2001), Brittle
ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009), ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009)
1.6 Cleavage
Distinct on {11 2 0}, imperfect on {10 1 1}
3,1 basal
1.7 Mohs Hardness
7.5-87.5-8
Amber
2 10
1.8 Chemical Composition
Be 2SiO 4Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references
Be3Al2SiO6

Phenakite and Goshenite Chemical Formula

While comparing Phenakite 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 Phenakite and Goshenite chemical formula.

  • Chemical formula of Phenakite- Be 2SiO 4Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references
  • Chemical formula of Goshenite- Be3Al2SiO6

Phenakite and Goshenite Specific Gravity

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