Uvite and Goshenite Physical Properties
Tenacity
Not Available
Not Available
Solubility
Not Available
Not Available
Durability
Not Available
Not Available
Specific Gravity
2.97-3.14
2.60-2.90
Fracture
Uneven, Conchoidal, Brittle
ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009), ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009)
Cleavage
{1011} Indistinct
3,1 basal
Mohs Hardness
Not Available
7.5-8
Chemical Composition
Ca(Mg 3)MgAl 5(Si 6O 18)(BO 3) 3(OH) 3(OH)Gemdat.org , Management Team (2012)
Be3Al2SiO6
Uvite and Goshenite Chemical Formula
While comparing Uvite 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 Uvite and Goshenite chemical formula.
- Chemical formula of Uvite- Ca(Mg 3)MgAl 5(Si 6O 18)(BO 3) 3(OH) 3(OH)Gemdat.org , Management Team (2012)
- Chemical formula of Goshenite- Be3Al2SiO6
Uvite and Goshenite Specific Gravity
Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Uvite and Goshenite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Uvite and Goshenite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Uvite is 2.60-2.90 whereas that of Goshenite is 2.60-2.90.