Vishnevite and Goshenite Physical Properties

Vishnevite

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

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2.60-2.90

1.5 Fracture

Brittle, Uneven

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

1.6 Cleavage

Perfect

3,1 basal

1.7 Mohs Hardness

5-6

7.5-8

1.8 Chemical Composition

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Be₃Al₂SiO₆

Vishnevite and Goshenite Chemical Formula

While comparing Vishnevite 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 Vishnevite and Goshenite chemical formula.

Chemical formula of Goshenite- Be₃Al₂SiO₆

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Vishnevite and Goshenite Specific Gravity

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