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Sapphire and Goshenite Physical Properties

1 Physical Properties
1.1 Tenacity
Not Available
Not Available
1.2 Solubility
insoluble
Not Available
1.3 Durability
Not Available
Not Available
1.4 Specific Gravity
3.95-4.03
2.60-2.90
1.5 Fracture
Uneven, Uneven, Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)
ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009), ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009)
1.6 Cleavage
None, but may exhibit parting
3,1 basal
1.7 Mohs Hardness
9
7.5-8
1.8 Chemical Composition
Al 2 O 3
Be3Al2SiO6

Sapphire and Goshenite Chemical Formula

While comparing Sapphire 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 Sapphire and Goshenite chemical formula.

  • Chemical formula of Sapphire- Al 2 O 3
  • Chemical formula of Goshenite- Be3Al2SiO6

Sapphire and Goshenite Specific Gravity

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

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