Tavorite and Goshenite Physical Properties

Tavorite

Goshenite

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1 Physical Properties

1.1 Tenacity

Not Available

1.2 Solubility

Not Available

1.3 Durability

Not Available

1.4 Specific Gravity

3.322.60-2.90

1 7.18

1.5 Fracture

Not Available

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

1.6 Cleavage

{???} Distinct, {???} Distinct, {???} Distinct

3,1 basal

1.7 Mohs Hardness

Not Available7.5-8

2 10

1.8 Chemical Composition

LiFe3+ (PO 4)(OH)Anthony et al , Handbook of mineralogy (2001)

Be₃Al₂SiO₆

Tavorite and Goshenite Chemical Formula

While comparing Tavorite 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 Tavorite and Goshenite chemical formula.

Chemical formula of Tavorite- LiFe3+ (PO 4)(OH)Anthony et al , Handbook of mineralogy (2001)
Chemical formula of Goshenite- Be₃Al₂SiO₆

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Tavorite and Goshenite Specific Gravity

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