Golden Beryl and Anthophyllite Physical Properties

Golden Beryl and Anthophyllite Chemical Formula

While comparing Golden Beryl and Anthophyllite 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 Anthophyllite chemical formula.

• Chemical formula of Golden Beryl- Be₃Al₂SiO₆
• Chemical formula of Anthophyllite- (Mg,Fe2+ ) 2(Mg,Fe2+ ) 5Si 8O 22(OH) 2Anthony et al , Handbook of mineralogy (2001)

Golden Beryl and Anthophyllite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Golden Beryl and Anthophyllite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Golden Beryl and Anthophyllite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Golden Beryl is 2.9-3.5 whereas that of Anthophyllite is 2.9-3.5.