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Phenakite and Sulphur Physical Properties

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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
2.90-2.982.05-2.08
Amber
1 7.18
1.5 Fracture
Conchoidal, ConchoidalWalter Schumann, Gemstones of the world (2001), Brittle
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1.6 Cleavage
Distinct on {11 2 0}, imperfect on {10 1 1}
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1.7 Mohs Hardness
7.5-8Not Available
Amber
2 10
1.8 Chemical Composition
Be 2SiO 4Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references
SWalter Schumann , Gemstones of the world (2001)

Phenakite and Sulphur Chemical Formula

While comparing Phenakite and Sulphur 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 Sulphur chemical formula.

  • Chemical formula of Phenakite- Be 2SiO 4Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references
  • Chemical formula of Sulphur- SWalter Schumann , Gemstones of the world (2001)

Phenakite and Sulphur Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Phenakite and Sulphur Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Phenakite and Sulphur Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Phenakite is 2.05-2.08 whereas that of Sulphur is 2.05-2.08.