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Phenakite and Trinitite Physical Properties

Physical Properties

Tenacity

Brittle
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Solubility

-
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Durability

-
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Specific Gravity

2.90-2.98-9999
1 7.18
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Fracture

Conchoidal, ConchoidalWalter Schumann
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Cleavage

Distinct on {11 2 0}, imperfect on {10 1 1}
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Mohs Hardness

7.5-8-9999
2 10
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Chemical Composition

Be 2SiO 4Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references
SiO2, Al2O3, CaO, MgO, FeO

Phenakite and Trinitite Chemical Formula

While comparing Phenakite and Trinitite 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 Trinitite chemical formula.

  • Chemical formula of Phenakite- Be 2SiO 4Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references
  • Chemical formula of Trinitite- SiO2, Al2O3, CaO, MgO, FeO

Phenakite and Trinitite Specific Gravity

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