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Vesuvianite and Goshenite Physical Properties

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
3.32-3.43
2.60-2.90
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
6-7
7.5-8
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.

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  • Chemical formula of Goshenite- Be3Al2SiO6

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.