Golden Beryl and Meionite Physical Properties

Golden Beryl

Meionite

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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

2.6-2.82.78

1 7.18

1.5 Fracture

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Uneven, Uneven, ConchoidalAnthony et al, Handbook of mineralogy (2001), Conchoidal, Brittle

1.6 Cleavage

3,1 basal

{???} Distinct, {???} Indistinct

1.7 Mohs Hardness

7.5-8.05-6

2 10

1.8 Chemical Composition

Be₃Al₂SiO₆

3CaAl 2Si 2O 8 · CaCO 3Anthony et al , Handbook of mineralogy (2001)

Golden Beryl and Meionite Chemical Formula

While comparing Golden Beryl and Meionite 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 Meionite chemical formula.

Chemical formula of Golden Beryl- Be₃Al₂SiO₆
Chemical formula of Meionite- 3CaAl 2Si 2O 8 · CaCO 3Anthony et al , Handbook of mineralogy (2001)

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Golden Beryl and Meionite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Golden Beryl and Meionite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Golden Beryl and Meionite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Golden Beryl is 2.78 whereas that of Meionite is 2.78.