Emerald is a green variety of beryl. The green color is caused by chromium impurities. This page is centered mainly on the properties of emeralds, but the structure and some of the properties are the same for all members of the beryl family, such as aquamarine and morganite. Click on the links above to find out more information.

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Created by: Claire Cobley
clairemc@iname.com
May 3, 2000
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