Simpsonite and Phenakite Physical Properties
Tenacity
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Brittle
Solubility
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Durability
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Specific Gravity
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2.90-2.98
Fracture
ConchoidalAnthony et al, Handbook of mineralogy (2001), ConchoidalAnthony et al, Handbook of mineralogy (2001), Brittle, Conchoidal
Conchoidal, ConchoidalWalter Schumann, Gemstones of the world (2001), Brittle
Cleavage
None
Distinct on {11 2 0}, imperfect on {10 1 1}
Mohs Hardness
7-7.5
7.5-8
Chemical Composition
Al 4(Ta,Nb) 3(O,OH,F) 14Ulrich Henn and Claudio C.
Be 2SiO 4Michael OâDonoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references
Simpsonite and Phenakite Chemical Formula
While comparing Simpsonite 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 Simpsonite and Phenakite chemical formula.
- Chemical formula of Simpsonite- Al 4(Ta,Nb) 3(O,OH,F) 14Ulrich Henn and Claudio C.
- Chemical formula of Phenakite- Be 2SiO 4Michael OâDonoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references
Simpsonite and Phenakite Specific Gravity
Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Simpsonite and Phenakite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Simpsonite and Phenakite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Simpsonite is 2.90-2.98 whereas that of Phenakite is 2.90-2.98.