Golden Beryl and Richterite Physical Properties

Golden Beryl

Richterite

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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

2.6-2.83.0-3.5

1 7.18

1.5 Fracture

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Uneven, Brittle

1.6 Cleavage

3,1 basal

Perfect

1.7 Mohs Hardness

7.5-8.05-6

2 10

1.8 Chemical Composition

Be₃Al₂SiO₆

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Golden Beryl and Richterite Chemical Formula

While comparing Golden Beryl and Richterite 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 Richterite chemical formula.

Chemical formula of Golden Beryl- Be₃Al₂SiO₆

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Golden Beryl and Richterite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Golden Beryl and Richterite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Golden Beryl and Richterite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Golden Beryl is 3.0-3.5 whereas that of Richterite is 3.0-3.5.