Amber and Phenakite Physical Properties
Tenacity
Not Available
Brittle
Solubility
Soluble
Not Available
Durability
Not Available
Not Available
Specific Gravity
1.05-1.10
2.90-2.98
Fracture
ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009), Conchoidal, Brittle, ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009), Conchoidal, Brittle
Conchoidal, ConchoidalWalter Schumann, Gemstones of the world (2001), Brittle
Cleavage
None
Distinct on {11 2 0}, imperfect on {10 1 1}
Mohs Hardness
2-2.5
7.5-8
Chemical Composition
[C,H,O]
Be 2SiO 4Michael OâDonoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references
Amber and Phenakite Chemical Formula
While comparing Amber 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 Amber and Phenakite chemical formula.
- Chemical formula of Amber- [C,H,O]
- Chemical formula of Phenakite- Be 2SiO 4Michael OâDonoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references
Amber and Phenakite Specific Gravity
Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Amber and Phenakite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Amber and Phenakite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Amber is 2.90-2.98 whereas that of Phenakite is 2.90-2.98.
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