mineral
Beryl
Beryl (Be3Al2Si6O18)
AI-generated identification · may be incorrectHardness of 7.5-8 on the Mohs scale, yellowish-green to yellow color, vitreous luster, and hexagonal crystal system.
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Physical properties
Hardness of 7.5-8 on the Mohs scale, yellowish-green to yellow color, vitreous luster, and hexagonal crystal system.
Formation & geological history
Forms in pegmatites and hydrothermal veins associated with granitic magmas during late-stage cooling.
Uses & applications
Used as a gemstone, an ore of beryllium metal, and in mineral collections.
Geological facts
Beryl encompasses several famous gemstone varieties including emerald and aquamarine, differentiated by their trace impurities.
Field identification & locations
Identified by its distinctive hexagonal prism shape, high hardness, and vitreous luster; commonly found in pegmatite-rich regions like central India.
