Pietersite and Phenakite Physical Properties

Pietersite

Phenakite

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1 Physical Properties

1.1 Tenacity

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Brittle

1.2 Solubility

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1.3 Durability

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1.4 Specific Gravity

Not Available2.90-2.98

1 7.18

1.5 Fracture

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Conchoidal, ConchoidalWalter Schumann, Gemstones of the world (2001), Brittle

1.6 Cleavage

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

1.7 Mohs Hardness

57.5-8

2 10

1.8 Chemical Composition

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Be 2SiO 4Michael OâDonoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references

Pietersite and Phenakite Chemical Formula

While comparing Pietersite and Phenakite 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 Pietersite and Phenakite chemical formula.

Chemical formula of Phenakite- Be 2SiO 4Michael OâDonoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references

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Pietersite and Phenakite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Pietersite and Phenakite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Pietersite and Phenakite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Pietersite is 2.90-2.98 whereas that of Phenakite is 2.90-2.98.