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Phenakite and Nuummite Physical Properties

1 Physical Properties
1.1 Tenacity
Brittle
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1.2 Solubility
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1.3 Durability
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1.4 Specific Gravity
2.90-2.98
3.18-3.37
1.5 Fracture
Conchoidal, ConchoidalWalter Schumann, Gemstones of the world (2001), Brittle
Conchoidal
1.6 Cleavage
Distinct on {11 2 0}, imperfect on {10 1 1}
Perfect on 210
1.7 Mohs Hardness
7.5-8
5.5-6
1.8 Chemical Composition
Be 2SiO 4Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references
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Phenakite and Nuummite Chemical Formula

While comparing Phenakite and Nuummite 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 Nuummite 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 Nuummite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Phenakite and Nuummite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Phenakite and Nuummite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Phenakite is 3.18-3.37 whereas that of Nuummite is 3.18-3.37.