Vesuvianite and Goshenite Physical Properties

Vesuvianite

Goshenite

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1 Physical Properties

1.1 Tenacity

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1.2 Solubility

Vesuvianite is virtually insolouble in acids

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1.3 Durability

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1.4 Specific Gravity

3.32-3.432.60-2.90

1 7.18

1.5 Fracture

Conchoidal, Brittle

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

1.6 Cleavage

Poor on {110} and {100} very poor on {001}

3,1 basal

1.7 Mohs Hardness

6-77.5-8

2 10

1.8 Chemical Composition

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Be₃Al₂SiO₆

Vesuvianite and Goshenite Chemical Formula

While comparing Vesuvianite 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 Vesuvianite and Goshenite chemical formula.

Chemical formula of Goshenite- Be₃Al₂SiO₆

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Vesuvianite and Goshenite Specific Gravity

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