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Chrysoberyl
Chrysoberyl

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Chrysoberyl and Bastnsite Physical Properties

Physical Properties

Tenacity

Brittle
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Solubility

-
-

Durability

-
-

Specific Gravity

3.69-3.814.78-5.20
1 7.18
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Fracture

Uneven, Conchoidal to uneven, ConchoidalWalter Schumann
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Cleavage

Distinct on {110}, imperfect on {010}, poor on {001}
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Mohs Hardness

8.54-4.5
2 10
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Chemical Composition

BeAl 2 O 4
CeFCO3

Chrysoberyl and Bastnsite Chemical Formula

While comparing Chrysoberyl and Bastnsite 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 Bastnsite chemical formula.

  • Chemical formula of Chrysoberyl- BeAl 2 O 4
  • Chemical formula of Bastnsite- CeFCO3

Chrysoberyl and Bastnsite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Chrysoberyl and Bastnsite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Chrysoberyl and Bastnsite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Chrysoberyl is 4.78-5.20 whereas that of Bastnsite is 4.78-5.20.