Anyolite and Phenakite Physical Properties

Anyolite

Phenakite

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Physical Properties

Tenacity

Brittle

Solubility

Durability

Specific Gravity

3.20-3.502.90-2.98

1 7.18

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Fracture

Conchoidal, ConchoidalWalter Schumann

Cleavage

Indiscernible

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

Mohs Hardness

6-77.5-8

2 10

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Chemical Composition

Ruby Zoisite: (Ca,Na)(Al,Mg,Fe)3Al6(BO3)3Si6O18(OH)4

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

Anyolite and Phenakite Chemical Formula

While comparing Anyolite 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 Anyolite and Phenakite chemical formula.

Chemical formula of Anyolite- Ruby Zoisite: (Ca,Na)(Al,Mg,Fe)3Al6(BO3)3Si6O18(OH)4
Chemical formula of Phenakite- Be 2SiO 4Michael OâDonoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references

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Anyolite and Phenakite Specific Gravity

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