Phenakite and Maw Sit Sit Physical Properties

Phenakite and Maw Sit Sit Chemical Formula

While comparing Phenakite and Maw Sit Sit 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 Maw Sit Sit chemical formula.

• Chemical formula of Phenakite- Be 2SiO 4Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references
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Phenakite and Maw Sit Sit Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Phenakite and Maw Sit Sit Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Phenakite and Maw Sit Sit Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Phenakite is 2.45-3.15 whereas that of Maw Sit Sit is 2.45-3.15.