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Schorl and Beryl Physical Properties


Beryl and Schorl Physical Properties


Physical Properties

Tenacity
Not Available   
Brittle   

Solubility
Not Available   
Not Available   

Durability
Not Available   
Not Available   

Specific Gravity
3.18-3.22   
2.60-2.90   

Fracture
Uneven, Uneven, ConchoidalAnthony et al, Handbook of mineralogy (2001), Brittle, Conchoidal   
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Cleavage
{1011} Indistinct   
Imperfect on {0001}   

Mohs Hardness
Not Available   
7.5-8   

Chemical Composition
Na(Fe2+3)Al 6(Si 6O 18)(BO 3) 3(OH) 3(OH)Gemdat.org , Management Team (2012)   
Be3Al2Si6O18   

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Schorl and Beryl Chemical Formula

While comparing Schorl 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 Schorl and Beryl chemical formula.

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Schorl and Beryl Specific Gravity

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

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