Hambergite and Phenakite Physical Properties

Hambergite

Phenakite

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Physical Properties

Tenacity

Brittle

Solubility

Durability

Specific Gravity

2.33-2.372.90-2.98

1 7.18

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Fracture

ConchoidalWalter Schumann

Conchoidal, ConchoidalWalter Schumann

Cleavage

Perfect on {010}, good on {100}

Distinct on {11 2 0}, imperfect on {10 1 1}

Mohs Hardness

7.57.5-8

2 10

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Chemical Composition

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

Be 2SiO 4Michael OâDonoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references

Hambergite and Phenakite Chemical Formula

While comparing Hambergite and Phenakite 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 Phenakite chemical formula.

Chemical formula of Hambergite- Be 2BO 3(OH)Ulrich Henn and Claudio C.
Chemical formula of Phenakite- Be 2SiO 4Michael OâDonoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references

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Hambergite and Phenakite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Hambergite and Phenakite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Hambergite and Phenakite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Hambergite is 2.90-2.98 whereas that of Phenakite is 2.90-2.98.