BERYLLIUM

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Emerald

Beryllium Ore

Aquamarine

 

Sources of Beryllium

Beryllium is found in approximately 30 mineral species; the most significant sources are beryl and bertrandite.

• Aquamarine and emerald are precious forms of beryl