Sarcopside and Goshenite Physical Properties

Sarcopside

Goshenite

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1 Physical Properties

1.1 Tenacity

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1.2 Solubility

Not Available

1.3 Durability

Not Available

1.4 Specific Gravity

3.79-3.942.60-2.90

1 7.18

1.5 Fracture

Lamellar, Splintery

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

1.6 Cleavage

{100} Good, {001} Good, {010} Poor

3,1 basal

1.7 Mohs Hardness

47.5-8

2 10

1.8 Chemical Composition

Not Available

Be₃Al₂SiO₆

Sarcopside and Goshenite Chemical Formula

While comparing Sarcopside 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 Sarcopside and Goshenite chemical formula.

Chemical formula of Goshenite- Be₃Al₂SiO₆

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Sarcopside and Goshenite Specific Gravity

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