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Phenakite and Papagoite 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
2.90-2.983.25
Amber
1 7.18
1.5 Fracture
Conchoidal, ConchoidalWalter Schumann, Gemstones of the world (2001), Brittle
Brittle, Metallic
1.6 Cleavage
Distinct on {11 2 0}, imperfect on {10 1 1}
Imperfect in one direction
1.7 Mohs Hardness
7.5-85-5.5
Amber
2 10
1.8 Chemical Composition
Be 2SiO 4Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references
CaCuAlSi 2O 6(OH) 3Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)

Phenakite and Papagoite Chemical Formula

While comparing Phenakite and Papagoite 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 Papagoite chemical formula.

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

Phenakite and Papagoite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Phenakite and Papagoite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Phenakite and Papagoite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Phenakite is 3.25 whereas that of Papagoite is 3.25.