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Beryl and Idocrase Physical Properties


Idocrase and Beryl Physical Properties


Physical Properties

Tenacity
Brittle  
-  

Solubility
-  
-  

Durability
-  
-  

Specific Gravity
2.60-2.90  
-9999  

Fracture
Uneven, Conchoidal, Irregular  
-  

Cleavage
Imperfect on {0001}  
Indiscernible  

Mohs Hardness
7.5-8  
-9999  

Chemical Composition
Be3Al2Si6O18  
Ca10(Mg,Fe)2(Si2O7)2(SiO4)2O(OH)2  

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Beryl and Idocrase Chemical Formula

While comparing Beryl and Idocrase 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 Beryl and Idocrase chemical formula.

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Beryl and Idocrase Specific Gravity

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

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