How do I identify Behoite?

Behoite can be identified by its hardness of 4 on the Mohs scale, Colourless or white color. Look for these key characteristics when examining specimens.

What color is Behoite?

Behoite typically appears in Colourless or white, rarely pale pink to pale grey; may show anomalous blue and brown interference colours in transmitted light. Color can vary depending on impurities and formation conditions.

Behoite has a hardness of 4 on the Mohs scale. This gives it moderate hardness.

Behoite

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What is Behoite?

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Physical Properties

Color: Colourless or white, rarely pale pink to pale grey; may show anomalous blue and brown interference colours in transmitted light
Hardness (Mohs): 4
Density: 1.93 g/cm³