Azurite and Chrysoberyl Physical Properties
Solubility
Not Available
Not Available
Durability
Not Available
Not Available
Specific Gravity
3.70-3.90
3.69-3.81
Fracture
Conchoidal, ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009), Brittle, Conchoidal
Uneven, Conchoidal to uneven, Brittle, Metallic, Uneven, ConchoidalWalter Schumann, Brittle, Metallic
Cleavage
Perfect on {011}, fair on {100}, poor on {110}
Distinct on {110}, imperfect on {010}, poor on {001}
Chemical Composition
Cu 3(OH) 2(CO 3) 2Michael OâDonoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references
BeAl 2 O 4
Azurite and Chrysoberyl Chemical Formula
While comparing Azurite 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 Azurite and Chrysoberyl chemical formula.
- Chemical formula of Azurite- Cu 3(OH) 2(CO 3) 2Michael OâDonoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references
- Chemical formula of Chrysoberyl- BeAl 2 O 4
Azurite and Chrysoberyl Specific Gravity
Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Azurite and Chrysoberyl Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Azurite and Chrysoberyl Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Azurite is 3.69-3.81 whereas that of Chrysoberyl is 3.69-3.81.