Hurlbutite and Phenakite Physical Properties
Tenacity
Not Available
Brittle
Solubility
Not Available
Not Available
Durability
Not Available
Not Available
Specific Gravity
2.90
2.90-2.98
Fracture
ConchoidalAnthony et al, Handbook of mineralogy (2001), ConchoidalAnthony et al, Handbook of mineralogy (2001), Brittle, Conchoidal
Conchoidal, ConchoidalWalter Schumann, Gemstones of the world (2001), Brittle
Cleavage
None
Distinct on {11 2 0}, imperfect on {10 1 1}
Chemical Composition
CaBe 2(PO 4) 2Michael OâDonoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)
Be 2SiO 4Michael OâDonoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references
Hurlbutite and Phenakite Chemical Formula
While comparing Hurlbutite 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 Hurlbutite and Phenakite chemical formula.
- Chemical formula of Hurlbutite- CaBe 2(PO 4) 2Michael OâDonoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)
- Chemical formula of Phenakite- Be 2SiO 4Michael OâDonoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references
Hurlbutite and Phenakite Specific Gravity
Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Hurlbutite and Phenakite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Hurlbutite and Phenakite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Hurlbutite is 2.90-2.98 whereas that of Phenakite is 2.90-2.98.