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Golden Beryl and Powellite 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
2.6-2.84.23
Amber
1 7.18
1.5 Fracture
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UnevenAnthony et al, Handbook of mineralogy (2001), UnevenAnthony et al, Handbook of mineralogy (2001), Brittle, Conchoidal
1.6 Cleavage
3,1 basal
{111} Distinct
1.7 Mohs Hardness
7.5-8.03.5-4
Amber
2 10
1.8 Chemical Composition
Be3Al2SiO6
CaMoO 4Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)

Golden Beryl and Powellite Chemical Formula

While comparing Golden Beryl and Powellite 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 Powellite chemical formula.

  • Chemical formula of Golden Beryl- Be3Al2SiO6
  • Chemical formula of Powellite- CaMoO 4Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)

Golden Beryl and Powellite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Golden Beryl and Powellite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Golden Beryl and Powellite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Golden Beryl is 4.23 whereas that of Powellite is 4.23.