Phenakite and Adamite Physical Properties
Solubility
Not Available
Not Available
Durability
Not Available
Not Available
Specific Gravity
2.90-2.98
4.32-4.48
Fracture
Conchoidal, ConchoidalWalter Schumann, Gemstones of the world (2001), Brittle
Uneven, Subconchoidal, ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009), Uneven, Subconchoidal, Brittle, Metallic, Brittle, Metallic
Cleavage
Distinct on {11 2 0}, imperfect on {10 1 1}
{101}, good; {010}, poor
Chemical Composition
Be 2SiO 4Michael OâDonoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references
Zn 2(AsO 4)(OH)Michael OâDonoghue , Gems, Sixth edition (2006)
Phenakite and Adamite Chemical Formula
While comparing Phenakite and Adamite 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 Phenakite and Adamite chemical formula.
- Chemical formula of Phenakite- Be 2SiO 4Michael OâDonoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references
- Chemical formula of Adamite- Zn 2(AsO 4)(OH)Michael OâDonoghue , Gems, Sixth edition (2006)
Phenakite and Adamite Specific Gravity
Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Phenakite and Adamite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Phenakite and Adamite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Phenakite is 4.32-4.48 whereas that of Adamite is 4.32-4.48.