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Beryllonite and Bixbite Physical Properties

1 Physical Properties
1.1 Tenacity
Brittle
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1.2 Solubility
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1.3 Durability
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1.4 Specific Gravity
2.79-2.87
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1.5 Fracture
Conchoidal, ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009), Brittle, Conchoidal
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1.6 Cleavage
{010} perfect; {100} good, interrupted; {101} indistinct; {001} in traces
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1.7 Mohs Hardness
5.5-6
7.5
1.8 Chemical Composition
NaBePO 4Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references
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Beryllonite and Bixbite Chemical Formula

While comparing Beryllonite and Bixbite 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 Beryllonite and Bixbite chemical formula.

  • Chemical formula of Beryllonite- NaBePO 4Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references
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Beryllonite and Bixbite Specific Gravity

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