Riesling Beryl and Phenakite Physical Properties

Riesling Beryl

Phenakite

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1 Physical Properties

1.1 Tenacity

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Brittle

1.2 Solubility

Not Available

1.3 Durability

Not Available

1.4 Specific Gravity

2.66-2.862.90-2.98

1 7.18

1.5 Fracture

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

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

7.5-87.5-8

2 10

1.8 Chemical Composition

Al 2Be 3Si 6O 18Martin H.

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

Riesling Beryl and Phenakite Chemical Formula

While comparing Riesling Beryl 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 Riesling Beryl and Phenakite chemical formula.

Chemical formula of Riesling Beryl- Al 2Be 3Si 6O 18Martin H.
Chemical formula of Phenakite- Be 2SiO 4Michael OâDonoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references

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Riesling Beryl and Phenakite Specific Gravity

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