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Aquamarine and Pietersite Physical Properties


Pietersite and Aquamarine Physical Properties


Physical Properties

Tenacity
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Solubility
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Durability
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Specific Gravity
2.66-2.80   
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Fracture
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Cleavage
3,1 basal   
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Mohs Hardness
7.5-8   
5   

Chemical Composition
Be3Al2SiO6   
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Aquamarine and Pietersite Chemical Formula

While comparing Aquamarine and Pietersite 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 Aquamarine and Pietersite chemical formula.

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Aquamarine and Pietersite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Aquamarine and Pietersite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Aquamarine and Pietersite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Aquamarine is Not Available whereas that of Pietersite is Not Available.

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