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Thulite and Beryllonite Physical Properties

1 Physical Properties
1.1 Tenacity
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Brittle
1.2 Solubility
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1.3 Durability
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1.4 Specific Gravity
3.12.79-2.87
Amber
1 7.18
1.5 Fracture
Uneven, Conchoidal, ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009)
Conchoidal, ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009), Brittle, Conchoidal
1.6 Cleavage
Perfect {010} imperfect {100}
{010} perfect; {100} good, interrupted; {101} indistinct; {001} in traces
1.7 Mohs Hardness
6-75.5-6
Amber
2 10
1.8 Chemical Composition
Ca2Al3(SiO4)3(OH)
NaBePO 4Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references

Thulite and Beryllonite Chemical Formula

While comparing Thulite and Beryllonite 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 Thulite and Beryllonite chemical formula.

  • Chemical formula of Thulite- Ca2Al3(SiO4)3(OH)
  • Chemical formula of Beryllonite- NaBePO 4Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references

Thulite and Beryllonite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Thulite and Beryllonite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Thulite and Beryllonite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Thulite is 2.79-2.87 whereas that of Beryllonite is 2.79-2.87.