Golden Beryl and Sugilite Physical Properties

Golden Beryl

Sugilite

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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

2.6-2.82.69-2.79

1 7.18

1.5 Fracture

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ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009), ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009)

1.6 Cleavage

3,1 basal

Poor on {0001}

1.7 Mohs Hardness

7.5-8.05.5-6.5

2 10

1.8 Chemical Composition

Be₃Al₂SiO₆

KNa 2(Fe3+ ,Mn3+ ,Al) 2Li 3Si 12O 30Michael OâDonoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references

Golden Beryl and Sugilite Chemical Formula

While comparing Golden Beryl and Sugilite 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 Sugilite chemical formula.

Chemical formula of Golden Beryl- Be₃Al₂SiO₆
Chemical formula of Sugilite- KNa 2(Fe3+ ,Mn3+ ,Al) 2Li 3Si 12O 30Michael OâDonoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references

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Golden Beryl and Sugilite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Golden Beryl and Sugilite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Golden Beryl and Sugilite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Golden Beryl is 2.69-2.79 whereas that of Sugilite is 2.69-2.79.