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Handout
Web Elements

Web Elements Periodic Table: Beryllium

For Students 9th - 10th
A very thorough summary of physical and chemical properties about beryllium, along with electron configuration information and other relevant information.
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Handout
Jewelry Central

Jewelry Central: Gemstones

For Students 9th - 10th
This commercial site contains general information on various synthetic and natural gemstones and provides links to specific gems.
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Website
Amethyst Galleries

Amethyst Galleries: Mineral Gallery: Aquamarine, the Blue Variety of Beryl

For Students 9th - 10th
This site has some background information on aquamarine, a blue form of beryl. Provides details about variety, uses, color, and more. Detailed and helpful information.
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Handout
Other

Icga: Aquamarine, Gem of the Sea

For Students 9th - 10th
A brief description of the physical properties of the aquamarine gemstone, along with a perspective on its history and metaphysical properties.
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Handout
Wikimedia

Wikipedia: Aquamarine and Maxixe

For Students 9th - 10th
Article on the mineral beryl with a section on aquamarine, which is a variety of beryl.