Selenite and Goshenite Physical Properties

Selenite

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

27.5-8

2 10

1.8 Chemical Composition

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Be₃Al₂SiO₆

Selenite and Goshenite Chemical Formula

While comparing Selenite 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 Selenite and Goshenite chemical formula.

Chemical formula of Goshenite- Be₃Al₂SiO₆

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Selenite and Goshenite Specific Gravity

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