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Rosasite and Goshenite Physical Properties

1 Physical Properties
1.1 Tenacity
Brittle
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1.2 Solubility
Effervesces in cold
Not Available
1.3 Durability
Not Available
Not Available
1.4 Specific Gravity
4-4.2
2.60-2.90
1.5 Fracture
Splintery
ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009), ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009)
1.6 Cleavage
Perfect on {100} and {010}
3,1 basal
1.7 Mohs Hardness
4
7.5-8
1.8 Chemical Composition
Not Available
Be3Al2SiO6

Rosasite and Goshenite Chemical Formula

While comparing Rosasite 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 Rosasite and Goshenite chemical formula.

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  • Chemical formula of Goshenite- Be3Al2SiO6

Rosasite and Goshenite Specific Gravity

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