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Schorlomite and Goshenite Physical Properties


Goshenite and Schorlomite Physical Properties


Physical Properties

Tenacity
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Solubility
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Durability
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Specific Gravity
3.77-3.93   
2.60-2.90   

Fracture
Gems, Conchoidal, Brittle   
ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009), ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009)   

Cleavage
None   
3,1 basal   

Mohs Hardness
7-7.5   
7.5-8   

Chemical Composition
Ca 3Ti4+2(Fe3+2Si)O 12Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references   
Be3Al2SiO6   

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Schorlomite and Goshenite Chemical Formula

While comparing Schorlomite 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 Schorlomite and Goshenite chemical formula.

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Schorlomite and Goshenite Specific Gravity

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

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