BeSiO3OH

BeSiO3OH is a chemical formula representing a beryllium silicate that contains a single hydroxyl group. In practice, it is sometimes written as BeSiO4OH to reflect four oxygens and one hydrogen in the formula, i.e., a hydrated beryllium silicate unit. The compound is not widely established as a distinct mineral in standard mineralogical references, and public data on a well-characterized crystal structure are limited.

In terms of composition and structure, BeSiO3OH would comprise Be2+ and Si4+ joined by a silicate (SiO4) framework with one hydroxyl (OH) group. As with many beryllium silicates, the exact coordination environment and three-dimensional arrangement are not universally fixed in the literature, and any reported structure would depend on the specific synthetic or natural context. Consequently, precise physical properties such as density, hardness, and optical characteristics are not universally defined for this formula and may vary with crystal form or synthesis conditions.

Occurrence and relevance are primarily within academic and materials science discussions of Be–Si–O–H systems. BeSiO3OH may be invoked as a structural unit in synthetic Be-silicate materials, glass-ceramics, or complex minerals where hydroxy and silicate components coexist. However, it is not known as a common natural mineral species or a widely used commercial compound.

Safety: compounds containing beryllium are highly toxic if inhaled or ingested. Handling should follow strict safety procedures for toxic and potentially carcinogenic materials, with appropriate engineering controls and personal protective equipment.