Chambersite and Phenakite Physical Properties

Chambersite

Phenakite

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1 Physical Properties

1.1 Tenacity

Not Available

Brittle

1.2 Solubility

Not Available

1.3 Durability

Not Available

1.4 Specific Gravity

3.502.90-2.98

1 7.18

1.5 Fracture

Uneven, Uneven, ConchoidalAnthony et al, Handbook of mineralogy (2001), Conchoidal, Uneven

Conchoidal, ConchoidalWalter Schumann, Gemstones of the world (2001), Brittle

1.6 Cleavage

None

Distinct on {11 2 0}, imperfect on {10 1 1}

1.7 Mohs Hardness

77.5-8

2 10

1.8 Chemical Composition

Mn 3B 7O 13ClMichael OâDonoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)

Be 2SiO 4Michael OâDonoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references

Chambersite and Phenakite Chemical Formula

While comparing Chambersite and Phenakite 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 Chambersite and Phenakite chemical formula.

Chemical formula of Chambersite- Mn 3B 7O 13ClMichael OâDonoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)
Chemical formula of Phenakite- Be 2SiO 4Michael OâDonoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references

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Chambersite and Phenakite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Chambersite and Phenakite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Chambersite and Phenakite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Chambersite is 2.90-2.98 whereas that of Phenakite is 2.90-2.98.