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Chiastolite and Beryllonite Physical Properties

1 Physical Properties
1.1 Tenacity
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Brittle
1.2 Solubility
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1.3 Durability
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Not Available
1.4 Specific Gravity
3.00-3.15
2.79-2.87
1.5 Fracture
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Conchoidal, ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009), Brittle, Conchoidal
1.6 Cleavage
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{010} perfect; {100} good, interrupted; {101} indistinct; {001} in traces
1.7 Mohs Hardness
5-5.5
5.5-6
1.8 Chemical Composition
Al 2SiO 5Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth edition (2006)
NaBePO 4Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references

Chiastolite and Beryllonite Chemical Formula

While comparing Chiastolite and Beryllonite 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 Chiastolite and Beryllonite chemical formula.

  • Chemical formula of Chiastolite- Al 2SiO 5Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth edition (2006)
  • Chemical formula of Beryllonite- NaBePO 4Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references

Chiastolite and Beryllonite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Chiastolite and Beryllonite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Chiastolite and Beryllonite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Chiastolite is 2.79-2.87 whereas that of Beryllonite is 2.79-2.87.