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Copper and Phenakite Physical Properties

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1 Physical Properties
1.1 Tenacity
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Brittle
1.2 Solubility
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1.3 Durability
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1.4 Specific Gravity
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2.90-2.98
1.5 Fracture
Hackly Jagged, torn surfaces, (e.g. fractured metals)., torn surfaces, (e.g. fractured metals).
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
2.5
7.5-8
1.8 Chemical Composition
Cu
Be 2SiO 4Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references

Copper and Phenakite Chemical Formula

While comparing Copper 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 Copper and Phenakite chemical formula.

  • Chemical formula of Copper- Cu
  • Chemical formula of Phenakite- Be 2SiO 4Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references

Copper and Phenakite Specific Gravity

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