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Chrysoberyl and Achroite Physical Properties


Achroite and Chrysoberyl Physical Properties


Physical Properties

Tenacity
Brittle  
-  

Solubility
-  
-  

Durability
-  
-  

Specific Gravity
3.69-3.81  
2.90-3.40  

Fracture
Uneven, Conchoidal to uneven, ConchoidalWalter Schumann  
Uneven, ConchoidalWalter Schumann  

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

Mohs Hardness
8.5  
7-7.5  

Chemical Composition
BeAl 2 O 4  
Na(Li 1.5Al 1.5)Al 6(Si 6O 18)(BO 3) 3(OH) 3(OH)Gemdat.org , Management Team (2012) Formula given for elbaite.  

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Chrysoberyl and Achroite Chemical Formula

While comparing Chrysoberyl and Achroite 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 Chrysoberyl and Achroite chemical formula.

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Chrysoberyl and Achroite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Chrysoberyl and Achroite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Chrysoberyl and Achroite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Chrysoberyl is 2.90-3.40 whereas that of Achroite is 2.90-3.40.

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