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Zinnwaldite and Goshenite Physical Properties


Goshenite and Zinnwaldite Physical Properties


Physical Properties

Tenacity
Elastic   
Not Available   

Solubility
Not Available   
Not Available   

Durability
Not Available   
Not Available   

Specific Gravity
2.9-3.1   
2.60-2.90   

Fracture
Uneven   
ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009), ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009)   

Cleavage
Perfect basal {001}   
3,1 basal   

Mohs Hardness
3.5-4.0   
7.5-8   

Chemical Composition
Not Available   
Be3Al2SiO6   

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Zinnwaldite and Goshenite Chemical Formula

While comparing Zinnwaldite 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 Zinnwaldite and Goshenite chemical formula.

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Zinnwaldite and Goshenite Specific Gravity

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

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