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Shungite and Beryl Physical Properties


Beryl and Shungite Physical Properties


Physical Properties

Tenacity
-  
Brittle  

Solubility
-  
-  

Durability
-  
-  

Specific Gravity
-9999  
2.60-2.90  

Fracture
-  
Uneven, Conchoidal, Irregular  

Cleavage
None  
Imperfect on {0001}  

Mohs Hardness
-9999  
7.5-8  

Chemical Composition
C  
Be3Al2Si6O18  

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Shungite and Beryl Chemical Formula

While comparing Shungite 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 Shungite and Beryl chemical formula.

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Shungite and Beryl Specific Gravity

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

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