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Adamite and Beryl Physical Properties

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Physical Properties

Tenacity

Brittle
Brittle

Solubility

-
-

Durability

-
-

Specific Gravity

4.32-4.482.60-2.90
1 7.18
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Fracture

Uneven, Subconchoidal, Conchoidal
Uneven, Conchoidal, Irregular

Cleavage

{101}, good; {010}, poor
Imperfect on {0001}

Mohs Hardness

3.57.5-8
2 10
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Chemical Composition

Zn 2(AsO 4)(OH)Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth edition (2006)
Be3Al2Si6O18

Adamite and Beryl Chemical Formula

While comparing Adamite and Beryl 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 Adamite and Beryl chemical formula.

  • Chemical formula of Adamite- Zn 2(AsO 4)(OH)Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth edition (2006)
  • Chemical formula of Beryl- Be3Al2Si6O18

Adamite and Beryl Specific Gravity

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