Radiolarite and Goshenite Physical Properties

Radiolarite

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

Not Available2.60-2.90

1 7.18

1.5 Fracture

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

1.6 Cleavage

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3,1 basal

1.7 Mohs Hardness

Not Available7.5-8

2 10

1.8 Chemical Composition

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Be₃Al₂SiO₆

Radiolarite and Goshenite Chemical Formula

While comparing Radiolarite 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 Radiolarite and Goshenite chemical formula.

Chemical formula of Goshenite- Be₃Al₂SiO₆

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Radiolarite and Goshenite Specific Gravity

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