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Golden Beryl and Andalusite Physical Properties

1 Physical Properties
1.1 Tenacity
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1.2 Solubility
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1.3 Durability
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1.4 Specific Gravity
2.6-2.83.05-3.21
Amber
1 7.18
1.5 Fracture
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Uneven, Subconchoidal, Uneven, Subconchoidal, Splintery, UnevenArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009)
1.6 Cleavage
3,1 basal
Good on {110}, poor on {100}
1.7 Mohs Hardness
7.5-8.07.5
Amber
2 10
1.8 Chemical Composition
Be3Al2SiO6
Al 2SiO 5Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth edition (2006) More from other references

Golden Beryl and Andalusite Chemical Formula

While comparing Golden Beryl and Andalusite 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 Golden Beryl and Andalusite chemical formula.

  • Chemical formula of Golden Beryl- Be3Al2SiO6
  • Chemical formula of Andalusite- Al 2SiO 5Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth edition (2006) More from other references

Golden Beryl and Andalusite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Golden Beryl and Andalusite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Golden Beryl and Andalusite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Golden Beryl is 3.05-3.21 whereas that of Andalusite is 3.05-3.21.