Marialite and Beryllonite Physical Properties
Specific Gravity
2.50
2.79-2.87
Fracture
Uneven, Conchoidal
Conchoidal
Cleavage
Distinct on {100} and {110}
{010} perfect; {100} good, interrupted; {101} indistinct; {001} in traces
Mohs Hardness
5.5-6
5.5-6
Chemical Composition
3NaAlSi 3O 8 · NaClAnthony et al , Handbook of mineralogy (2001)
NaBePO 4Michael OâDonoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references
Marialite and Beryllonite Chemical Formula
While comparing Marialite 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 Marialite and Beryllonite chemical formula.
- Chemical formula of Marialite- 3NaAlSi 3O 8 · NaClAnthony et al , Handbook of mineralogy (2001)
- Chemical formula of Beryllonite- NaBePO 4Michael OâDonoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references
Marialite and Beryllonite Specific Gravity
Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Marialite and Beryllonite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Marialite and Beryllonite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Marialite is 2.79-2.87 whereas that of Beryllonite is 2.79-2.87.