Chrysoberyl and Phenakite Physical Properties

Chrysoberyl

Phenakite

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Physical Properties

Tenacity

Brittle

Solubility

Durability

Specific Gravity

3.69-3.812.90-2.98

1 7.18

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Fracture

Uneven, Conchoidal to uneven, ConchoidalWalter Schumann

Conchoidal, ConchoidalWalter Schumann

Cleavage

Distinct on {110}, imperfect on {010}, poor on {001}

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

Mohs Hardness

8.57.5-8

2 10

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Chemical Composition

BeAl ₂ O ₄

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

Chrysoberyl and Phenakite Chemical Formula

While comparing Chrysoberyl 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 Chrysoberyl and Phenakite chemical formula.

Chemical formula of Chrysoberyl- BeAl ₂ O ₄
Chemical formula of Phenakite- Be 2SiO 4Michael OâDonoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references

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Chrysoberyl and Phenakite Specific Gravity

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