Sulphur and Phenakite Physical Properties

Sulphur

Phenakite

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1 Physical Properties

1.1 Tenacity

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Brittle

1.2 Solubility

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1.3 Durability

Not Available

1.4 Specific Gravity

2.05-2.082.90-2.98

1 7.18

1.5 Fracture

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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

Not Available7.5-8

2 10

1.8 Chemical Composition

SWalter Schumann , Gemstones of the world (2001)

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

Sulphur and Phenakite Chemical Formula

While comparing Sulphur 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 Sulphur and Phenakite chemical formula.

Chemical formula of Sulphur- SWalter Schumann , Gemstones of the world (2001)
Chemical formula of Phenakite- Be 2SiO 4Michael OâDonoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references

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Sulphur and Phenakite Specific Gravity

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