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Inderite and Phenakite Physical Properties

1 Physical Properties
1.1 Tenacity
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Brittle
1.2 Solubility
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1.3 Durability
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1.4 Specific Gravity
1.792.90-2.98
Amber
1 7.18
1.5 Fracture
Uneven
Conchoidal, ConchoidalWalter Schumann, Gemstones of the world (2001), Brittle
1.6 Cleavage
{110} Good
Distinct on {11 2 0}, imperfect on {10 1 1}
1.7 Mohs Hardness
2.57.5-8
Amber
2 10
2.5 Chemical Composition
MgB 3O 3(OH) 5 · 5H 2OMichael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)
Be 2SiO 4Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references

Inderite and Phenakite Chemical Formula

While comparing Inderite 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 Inderite and Phenakite chemical formula.

  • Chemical formula of Inderite- MgB 3O 3(OH) 5 · 5H 2OMichael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)
  • Chemical formula of Phenakite- Be 2SiO 4Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references

Inderite and Phenakite Specific Gravity

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