Thulite and Phenakite Physical Properties
Tenacity
Not Available
Brittle
Solubility
Not Available
Not Available
Durability
Not Available
Not Available
Specific Gravity
3.1
2.90-2.98
Fracture
Uneven, Conchoidal, ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009)
Conchoidal, ConchoidalWalter Schumann, Gemstones of the world (2001), Brittle
Cleavage
Perfect {010} imperfect {100}
Distinct on {11 2 0}, imperfect on {10 1 1}
Chemical Composition
Ca2Al3(SiO4)3(OH)
Be 2SiO 4Michael OâDonoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references
Thulite and Phenakite Chemical Formula
While comparing Thulite 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 Thulite and Phenakite chemical formula.
- Chemical formula of Thulite- Ca2Al3(SiO4)3(OH)
- Chemical formula of Phenakite- Be 2SiO 4Michael OâDonoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references
Thulite and Phenakite Specific Gravity
Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Thulite and Phenakite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Thulite and Phenakite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Thulite is 2.90-2.98 whereas that of Phenakite is 2.90-2.98.