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Beryl and Langbeinite Physical Properties


Langbeinite and Beryl Physical Properties


Physical Properties

Tenacity
Brittle  
Brittle  

Solubility
-  
Slowly dissolves in water  

Durability
-  
-  

Specific Gravity
2.60-2.90  
-9999  

Fracture
Uneven, Conchoidal, Irregular  
Conchoidal  

Cleavage
Imperfect on {0001}  
None  

Mohs Hardness
7.5-8  
3.5-4  

Chemical Composition
Be3Al2Si6O18  
K2Mg2(SO4)3  

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Beryl and Langbeinite Chemical Formula

While comparing Beryl and Langbeinite 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 Langbeinite chemical formula.

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Beryl and Langbeinite Specific Gravity

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

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