Adamite and Phenakite Physical Properties

Adamite

Phenakite

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1 Physical Properties

1.1 Tenacity

Brittle

1.2 Solubility

Not Available

1.3 Durability

Not Available

1.4 Specific Gravity

4.32-4.482.90-2.98

1 7.18

1.5 Fracture

Uneven, Subconchoidal, ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009), Uneven, Subconchoidal, Brittle, Metallic, Brittle, Metallic

Conchoidal, ConchoidalWalter Schumann, Gemstones of the world (2001), Brittle

1.6 Cleavage

{101}, good; {010}, poor

Distinct on {11 2 0}, imperfect on {10 1 1}

1.7 Mohs Hardness

3.57.5-8

2 10

1.8 Chemical Composition

Zn 2(AsO 4)(OH)Michael OâDonoghue , Gems, Sixth edition (2006)

Be 2SiO 4Michael OâDonoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references

Adamite and Phenakite Chemical Formula

While comparing Adamite and Phenakite 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 Phenakite chemical formula.

Chemical formula of Adamite- Zn 2(AsO 4)(OH)Michael OâDonoghue , Gems, Sixth edition (2006)
Chemical formula of Phenakite- Be 2SiO 4Michael OâDonoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references

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Adamite and Phenakite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Adamite and Phenakite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Adamite and Phenakite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Adamite is 2.90-2.98 whereas that of Phenakite is 2.90-2.98.