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Papagoite 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
3.252.90-2.98
Amber
1 7.18
1.5 Fracture
Brittle, Metallic
Conchoidal, ConchoidalWalter Schumann, Gemstones of the world (2001), Brittle
1.6 Cleavage
Imperfect in one direction
Distinct on {11 2 0}, imperfect on {10 1 1}
1.7 Mohs Hardness
5-5.57.5-8
Amber
2 10
1.8 Chemical Composition
CaCuAlSi 2O 6(OH) 3Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)
Be 2SiO 4Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references

Papagoite and Phenakite Chemical Formula

While comparing Papagoite 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 Papagoite and Phenakite chemical formula.

  • Chemical formula of Papagoite- CaCuAlSi 2O 6(OH) 3Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)
  • Chemical formula of Phenakite- Be 2SiO 4Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references

Papagoite and Phenakite Specific Gravity

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