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Phenakite and Rhodolite Physical Properties

Physical Properties

Tenacity

Solubility

Durability

Specific Gravity

Fracture

Cleavage

Mohs Hardness

Chemical Composition

 
Brittle
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2.90-2.98
Conchoidal, ConchoidalWalter Schumann
Distinct on {11 2 0}, imperfect on {10 1 1}
7.5-8
Be 2SiO 4Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references
 
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3.84
Conchoidal
none, may show indistinct parting
7-7.5
(Mg,Fe)3Al2Si3O12

Phenakite and Rhodolite Chemical Formula

While comparing Phenakite and Rhodolite 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 Rhodolite chemical formula.

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Phenakite and Rhodolite Specific Gravity

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