Hambergite and Hyalite Physical Properties

Hambergite

Hyalite

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1 Physical Properties

1.1 Tenacity

Brittle

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1.2 Solubility

Not Available

1.3 Durability

Not Available

1.4 Specific Gravity

2.33-2.37

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1.5 Fracture

ConchoidalWalter Schumann, ConchoidalWalter Schumann, Gemstones of the world (2001) More from other references, Brittle, Metallic

Conchoidal, Conchoidal, Gemstones of the world (2001)

1.6 Cleavage

Perfect on {010}, good on {100}

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1.7 Mohs Hardness

7.5

5.5-6.5

1.8 Chemical Composition

Be 2BO 3(OH)Ulrich Henn and Claudio C.

SiO 2 · nH 2OWalter Schumann , Gemstones of the world (2001)

Hambergite and Hyalite Chemical Formula

While comparing Hambergite and Hyalite 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 Hambergite and Hyalite chemical formula.

Chemical formula of Hambergite- Be 2BO 3(OH)Ulrich Henn and Claudio C.
Chemical formula of Hyalite- SiO 2 · nH 2OWalter Schumann , Gemstones of the world (2001)

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Hambergite and Hyalite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Hambergite and Hyalite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Hambergite and Hyalite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Hambergite is Not Available whereas that of Hyalite is Not Available.