Andalusite and Chrysoberyl Physical Properties
Tenacity
Not Available
Brittle
Solubility
Not Available
Not Available
Durability
Not Available
Not Available
Specific Gravity
3.05-3.21
3.69-3.81
Fracture
Uneven, Subconchoidal, Uneven, Subconchoidal, Splintery, UnevenArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009)
Uneven, Conchoidal to uneven, Brittle, Metallic, Uneven, ConchoidalWalter Schumann, Brittle, Metallic
Cleavage
Good on {110}, poor on {100}
Distinct on {110}, imperfect on {010}, poor on {001}
Chemical Composition
Al 2SiO 5Michael OâDonoghue , Gems, Sixth edition (2006) More from other references
BeAl 2 O 4
Andalusite and Chrysoberyl Chemical Formula
While comparing Andalusite and Chrysoberyl physical properties, the important data you should know is its chemical composition. Since chemical formula defines the molecular structure of the crystal, most of the physical properties like color, tenacity, solubility are governed by Andalusite and Chrysoberyl chemical formula.
- Chemical formula of Andalusite- Al 2SiO 5Michael OâDonoghue , Gems, Sixth edition (2006) More from other references
- Chemical formula of Chrysoberyl- BeAl 2 O 4
Andalusite and Chrysoberyl Specific Gravity
Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Andalusite and Chrysoberyl Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Andalusite and Chrysoberyl Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Andalusite is 3.69-3.81 whereas that of Chrysoberyl is 3.69-3.81.