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Pyrrhotite and Goshenite Physical Properties


Goshenite and Pyrrhotite Physical Properties


Physical Properties

Tenacity
Not Available   
Not Available   

Solubility
Soluble   
Not Available   

Durability
Not Available   
Not Available   

Specific Gravity
4.58-4.65   
2.60-2.90   

Fracture
Uneven   
ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009), ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009)   

Cleavage
Absent   
3,1 basal   

Mohs Hardness
3.5-4.5   
7.5-8   

Chemical Composition
Not Available   
Be3Al2SiO6   

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Pyrrhotite and Goshenite Chemical Formula

While comparing Pyrrhotite 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 Pyrrhotite and Goshenite chemical formula.

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Pyrrhotite and Goshenite Specific Gravity

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

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