Helenite and Beryllonite Physical Properties

Helenite and Beryllonite Chemical Formula

While comparing Helenite and Beryllonite 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 Helenite and Beryllonite chemical formula.

• Chemical formula of Helenite- SiO₂
• Chemical formula of Beryllonite- NaBePO 4Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references

Helenite and Beryllonite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Helenite and Beryllonite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Helenite and Beryllonite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Helenite is 2.79-2.87 whereas that of Beryllonite is 2.79-2.87.