Sphalerite and Beryl Physical Properties

Sphalerite and Beryl Chemical Formula

While comparing Sphalerite 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 Sphalerite and Beryl chemical formula.

• Chemical formula of Sphalerite- (Zn,Fe)SMichael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references
• Chemical formula of Beryl- Be₃Al₂Si₆O₁₈

Sphalerite and Beryl Specific Gravity

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