Chrysoberyl and Aragonite Physical Properties
Solubility
Not Available
Dilute acid
Durability
Not Available
Not Available
Specific Gravity
3.69-3.81
2.93-2.96
Fracture
Uneven, Conchoidal to uneven, Brittle, Metallic, Uneven, ConchoidalWalter Schumann, Brittle, Metallic
Subconchoidal, ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009), Conchoidal, Brittle
Cleavage
Distinct on {110}, imperfect on {010}, poor on {001}
Distinct on {010}, imperfect {110} and {011}
Chemical Composition
BeAl 2 O 4
CaCO 3Michael OâDonoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references
Chrysoberyl and Aragonite Chemical Formula
While comparing Chrysoberyl and Aragonite 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 Aragonite chemical formula.
- Chemical formula of Chrysoberyl- BeAl 2 O 4
- Chemical formula of Aragonite- CaCO 3Michael OâDonoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references
Chrysoberyl and Aragonite Specific Gravity
Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Chrysoberyl and Aragonite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Chrysoberyl and Aragonite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Chrysoberyl is 2.93-2.96 whereas that of Aragonite is 2.93-2.96.