Hibschite and Beryl Physical Properties

Hibschite

Beryl

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1 Physical Properties

1.1 Tenacity

Not Available

Brittle

1.2 Solubility

Not Available

1.3 Durability

Not Available

1.4 Specific Gravity

3.05-3.08

2.60-2.90

1.5 Fracture

Uneven, Uneven, Irregular, Management Team (2012), Conchoidal, Brittle

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1.6 Cleavage

None

Imperfect on {0001}

1.7 Mohs Hardness

6.5

7.5-8

1.8 Chemical Composition

Ca 3Al 2(SiO 4) 3-x(OH) 4x (x=0.2 to 1.5)Anthony et al , Handbook of mineralogy (2001)

Be₃Al₂Si₆O₁₈

Hibschite and Beryl Chemical Formula

While comparing Hibschite and Beryl 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 Hibschite and Beryl chemical formula.

Chemical formula of Hibschite- Ca 3Al 2(SiO 4) 3-x(OH) 4x (x=0.2 to 1.5)Anthony et al , Handbook of mineralogy (2001)
Chemical formula of Beryl- Be₃Al₂Si₆O₁₈

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Hibschite and Beryl Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Hibschite and Beryl Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Hibschite and Beryl Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Hibschite is 2.60-2.90 whereas that of Beryl is 2.60-2.90.

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