Carnelian and Chrysoberyl Physical Properties

Carnelian

Chrysoberyl

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1 Physical Properties

1.1 Tenacity

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Brittle

1.2 Solubility

Not Available

1.3 Durability

Not Available

1.4 Specific Gravity

2.58-2.64

3.69-3.81

1.5 Fracture

Uneven, Splintery, Conchoidal, UnevenWalter Schumann, Gemstones of the world (2001)

Uneven, Conchoidal to uneven, Brittle, Metallic, Uneven, ConchoidalWalter Schumann, Brittle, Metallic

1.6 Cleavage

Absent

Distinct on {110}, imperfect on {010}, poor on {001}

1.7 Mohs Hardness

6.5-7

8.5

1.8 Chemical Composition

SiO₂

BeAl ₂ O ₄

Carnelian and Chrysoberyl Chemical Formula

While comparing Carnelian 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 Carnelian and Chrysoberyl chemical formula.

Chemical formula of Carnelian- SiO₂
Chemical formula of Chrysoberyl- BeAl ₂ O ₄

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Carnelian and Chrysoberyl Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Carnelian and Chrysoberyl Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Carnelian and Chrysoberyl Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Carnelian is 3.69-3.81 whereas that of Chrysoberyl is 3.69-3.81.