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Mottramite and Beryl Physical Properties


Beryl and Mottramite Physical Properties


Physical Properties

Tenacity
Brittle  
Brittle  

Solubility
Soluble  
-  

Durability
-  
-  

Specific Gravity
5.9  
2.60-2.90  

Fracture
Sub-Conchoidal  
Uneven, Conchoidal, Irregular  

Cleavage
None observed  
Imperfect on {0001}  

Mohs Hardness
3  
7.5-8  

Chemical Composition
PbCu(VO4)(OH)  
Be3Al2Si6O18  

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Mottramite and Beryl Chemical Formula

While comparing Mottramite 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 Mottramite and Beryl chemical formula.

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Mottramite and Beryl Specific Gravity

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

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