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Wavellite and Beryl Physical Properties


Beryl and Wavellite Physical Properties


Physical Properties

Tenacity
-  
Brittle  

Solubility
insoluble  
-  

Durability
-  
-  

Specific Gravity
2.36  
2.60-2.90  

Fracture
Uneven, Subconchoidal, Fibrous  
Uneven, Conchoidal, Irregular  

Cleavage
[110] perfect, [101] good, [010] distinct  
Imperfect on {0001}  

Mohs Hardness
3.5-4  
7.5-8  

Chemical Composition
Al 3(PO 4) 2(OH,F) 3 · 5H 2OMichael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references  
Be3Al2Si6O18  

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Wavellite and Beryl Chemical Formula

While comparing Wavellite 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 Wavellite and Beryl chemical formula.

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Wavellite and Beryl Specific Gravity

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

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