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Chrysoberyl
Chrysoberyl

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Chrysoberyl and Ammolite Physical Properties

Physical Properties

Tenacity

Brittle
-

Solubility

-
-

Durability

-
-

Specific Gravity

3.69-3.812.75-2.80
1 7.18
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Fracture

Uneven, Conchoidal to uneven, ConchoidalWalter Schumann
Uneven, Granular

Cleavage

Distinct on {110}, imperfect on {010}, poor on {001}
no true cleavage

Mohs Hardness

8.54
2 10
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Chemical Composition

BeAl 2 O 4
CaCO3

Chrysoberyl and Ammolite Chemical Formula

While comparing Chrysoberyl and Ammolite 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 Ammolite chemical formula.

  • Chemical formula of Chrysoberyl- BeAl 2 O 4
  • Chemical formula of Ammolite- CaCO3

Chrysoberyl and Ammolite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Chrysoberyl and Ammolite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Chrysoberyl and Ammolite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Chrysoberyl is 2.75-2.80 whereas that of Ammolite is 2.75-2.80.