Golden Beryl and Phosphosiderite Physical Properties

Golden Beryl

Phosphosiderite

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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

2.6-2.82.74-2.76

1 7.18

1.5 Fracture

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UnevenAnthony et al, Handbook of mineralogy (2001), UnevenAnthony et al, Handbook of mineralogy (2001), Uneven

1.6 Cleavage

3,1 basal

{010} Perfect, {001} Distinct

1.7 Mohs Hardness

7.5-8.03.5-4

2 10

1.8 Chemical Composition

Be₃Al₂SiO₆

Fe3+ PO 4 · 2H 2OAnthony et al , Handbook of Mineralogy (2001)

Golden Beryl and Phosphosiderite Chemical Formula

While comparing Golden Beryl and Phosphosiderite 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 Phosphosiderite chemical formula.

Chemical formula of Golden Beryl- Be₃Al₂SiO₆
Chemical formula of Phosphosiderite- Fe3+ PO 4 · 2H 2OAnthony et al , Handbook of Mineralogy (2001)

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Golden Beryl and Phosphosiderite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Golden Beryl and Phosphosiderite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Golden Beryl and Phosphosiderite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Golden Beryl is 2.74-2.76 whereas that of Phosphosiderite is 2.74-2.76.