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Polyhalite and Goshenite Physical Properties


Goshenite and Polyhalite Physical Properties


Physical Properties

Tenacity
Brittle   
Not Available   

Solubility
Soluble   
Not Available   

Durability
Not Available   
Not Available   

Specific Gravity
2.78   
2.60-2.90   

Fracture
Conchoidal, Brittle   
ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009), ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009)   

Cleavage
Perfect on {10 1 }; parting on {010}   
3,1 basal   

Mohs Hardness
3.5   
7.5-8   

Chemical Composition
Not Available   
Be3Al2SiO6   

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Polyhalite and Goshenite Chemical Formula

While comparing Polyhalite 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 Polyhalite and Goshenite chemical formula.

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Polyhalite and Goshenite Specific Gravity

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

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