Beryl: hardness, streak, luster and crystal system

The properties that identify Beryl: its Mohs hardness, luster, streak colour and crystal system.

Beryl: hardness, streak, luster and crystal system
MineralMohs hardnessLusterStreakCrystal system
Beryl7.5–8.0Vitreous to resinousWhiteHexagonal

Common questions

How hard is Beryl on the Mohs scale?
7.5–8.0.
What luster does Beryl have?
Vitreous to resinous.
What colour is the streak of Beryl?
White.
What crystal system does Beryl have?
Hexagonal.

Sources

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