Beryl and Microcline Physical Properties

Beryl and Microcline Chemical Formula

While comparing Beryl and Microcline 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 Microcline chemical formula.

• Chemical formula of Beryl- Be₃Al₂Si₆O₁₈
• Chemical formula of Microcline- KAlSi 3O 8Arthur Thomas , Gemstones (2009)

Beryl and Microcline Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Beryl and Microcline Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Beryl and Microcline Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Beryl is 2.55-2.63 whereas that of Microcline is 2.55-2.63.