Diamond and Phenakite Physical Properties
Tenacity
Not Available
Brittle
Solubility
Soluble
Not Available
Durability
Not Available
Not Available
Specific Gravity
3.50-3.53
2.90-2.98
Fracture
Conchoidal, Conchoidal, Gemstones of the world (2001) More from other references, Conchoidal, Brittle
Conchoidal, ConchoidalWalter Schumann, Gemstones of the world (2001), Brittle
Cleavage
111 (perfect in four directions)
Distinct on {11 2 0}, imperfect on {10 1 1}
Chemical Composition
C
Be 2SiO 4Michael OâDonoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references
Diamond and Phenakite Chemical Formula
While comparing Diamond 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 Diamond and Phenakite chemical formula.
- Chemical formula of Diamond- C
- Chemical formula of Phenakite- Be 2SiO 4Michael OâDonoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references
Diamond and Phenakite Specific Gravity
Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Diamond and Phenakite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Diamond and Phenakite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Diamond is 2.90-2.98 whereas that of Phenakite is 2.90-2.98.
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