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Riesling Beryl and Forsterite Physical Properties

1 Physical Properties
1.1 Tenacity
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1.2 Solubility
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1.3 Durability
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1.4 Specific Gravity
2.66-2.86
3.23-3.26
1.5 Fracture
ConchoidalWalter Schumann, Gemstones of the world (2001), ConchoidalWalter Schumann, Gemstones of the world (2001)
Conchoidal, ConchoidalAnthony et al, Handbook of mineralogy (2001), Conchoidal, Brittle
1.6 Cleavage
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Perfect on {010} imperfect on {100}
1.7 Mohs Hardness
7.5-8
6.5-7
1.8 Chemical Composition
Al 2Be 3Si 6O 18Martin H.
Mg 2SiO 4Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)

Riesling Beryl and Forsterite Chemical Formula

While comparing Riesling Beryl and Forsterite 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 Riesling Beryl and Forsterite chemical formula.

  • Chemical formula of Riesling Beryl- Al 2Be 3Si 6O 18Martin H.
  • Chemical formula of Forsterite- Mg 2SiO 4Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)

Riesling Beryl and Forsterite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Riesling Beryl and Forsterite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Riesling Beryl and Forsterite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Riesling Beryl is 3.23-3.26 whereas that of Forsterite is 3.23-3.26.