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Richterite and Beryllonite Physical Properties

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
3.0-3.5
2.79-2.87
1.5 Fracture
Uneven, Brittle
Conchoidal, ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009), Brittle, Conchoidal
1.6 Cleavage
Perfect
{010} perfect; {100} good, interrupted; {101} indistinct; {001} in traces
1.7 Mohs Hardness
5-6
5.5-6
1.8 Chemical Composition
Not Available
NaBePO 4Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references

Richterite and Beryllonite Chemical Formula

While comparing Richterite and Beryllonite 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 Richterite and Beryllonite chemical formula.

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  • Chemical formula of Beryllonite- NaBePO 4Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references

Richterite and Beryllonite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Richterite and Beryllonite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Richterite and Beryllonite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Richterite is 2.79-2.87 whereas that of Beryllonite is 2.79-2.87.