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Pyrrhotite and Beryl Physical Properties


Beryl and Pyrrhotite Physical Properties


Physical Properties

Tenacity
Not Available   
Brittle   

Solubility
Soluble   
Not Available   

Durability
Not Available   
Not Available   

Specific Gravity
4.58-4.65   
2.60-2.90   

Fracture
Uneven   
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Cleavage
Absent   
Imperfect on {0001}   

Mohs Hardness
3.5-4.5   
7.5-8   

Chemical Composition
Not Available   
Be3Al2Si6O18   

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Pyrrhotite and Beryl Chemical Formula

While comparing Pyrrhotite and Beryl 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 Pyrrhotite and Beryl chemical formula.

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Pyrrhotite and Beryl Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Pyrrhotite and Beryl Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Pyrrhotite and Beryl Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Pyrrhotite is 2.60-2.90 whereas that of Beryl is 2.60-2.90.

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