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Rhodizite and Phenakite Physical Properties

1 Physical Properties
1.1 Tenacity
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Brittle
1.2 Solubility
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1.3 Durability
Not Available
Not Available
1.4 Specific Gravity
3.34-3.44
2.90-2.98
1.5 Fracture
ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009), ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009), Conchoidal, Brittle
Conchoidal, ConchoidalWalter Schumann, Gemstones of the world (2001), Brittle
1.6 Cleavage
{111} Indistinct, {111} Indistinct, {111} Indistinct
Distinct on {11 2 0}, imperfect on {10 1 1}
1.7 Mohs Hardness
8-8.5
7.5-8
1.8 Chemical Composition
(K,Cs)Al 4Be 4(B,Be) 12O 28Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references
Be 2SiO 4Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references

Rhodizite and Phenakite Chemical Formula

While comparing Rhodizite 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 Rhodizite and Phenakite chemical formula.

  • Chemical formula of Rhodizite- (K,Cs)Al 4Be 4(B,Be) 12O 28Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references
  • Chemical formula of Phenakite- Be 2SiO 4Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references

Rhodizite and Phenakite Specific Gravity

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