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Wulfenite and Goshenite Physical Properties

1 Physical Properties
1.1 Tenacity
Brittle
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1.2 Solubility
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Not Available
1.3 Durability
Not Available
Not Available
1.4 Specific Gravity
6.50-7.00
2.60-2.90
1.5 Fracture
Irregular, Brittle, Conchoidal
ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009), ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009)
1.6 Cleavage
On {011}, distinct; on {001}, {013}, indistinct
3,1 basal
1.7 Mohs Hardness
3
7.5-8
1.8 Chemical Composition
PbMoO 4Walter Schumann , Gemstones of the world (2001)
Be3Al2SiO6

Wulfenite and Goshenite Chemical Formula

While comparing Wulfenite 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 Wulfenite and Goshenite chemical formula.

  • Chemical formula of Wulfenite- PbMoO 4Walter Schumann , Gemstones of the world (2001)
  • Chemical formula of Goshenite- Be3Al2SiO6

Wulfenite and Goshenite Specific Gravity

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