Chrysoberyl and Azurite Physical Properties
Solubility
Not Available
Not Available
Durability
Not Available
Not Available
Specific Gravity
3.69-3.81
3.70-3.90
Fracture
Uneven, Conchoidal to uneven, Brittle, Metallic, Uneven, ConchoidalWalter Schumann, Brittle, Metallic
Conchoidal, ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009), Brittle, Conchoidal
Cleavage
Distinct on {110}, imperfect on {010}, poor on {001}
Perfect on {011}, fair on {100}, poor on {110}
Chemical Composition
BeAl 2 O 4
Cu 3(OH) 2(CO 3) 2Michael OâDonoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references
Chrysoberyl and Azurite Chemical Formula
While comparing Chrysoberyl and Azurite 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 Azurite chemical formula.
- Chemical formula of Chrysoberyl- BeAl 2 O 4
- Chemical formula of Azurite- Cu 3(OH) 2(CO 3) 2Michael OâDonoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references
Chrysoberyl and Azurite Specific Gravity
Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Chrysoberyl and Azurite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Chrysoberyl and Azurite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Chrysoberyl is 3.70-3.90 whereas that of Azurite is 3.70-3.90.