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Chrysoberyl and Blue John Physical Properties

1 Physical Properties
1.1 Tenacity
Brittle
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1.2 Solubility
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1.3 Durability
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Not Available
1.4 Specific Gravity
3.69-3.81
3.00-3.25
1.5 Fracture
Uneven, Conchoidal to uneven, Brittle, Metallic, Uneven, ConchoidalWalter Schumann, Brittle, Metallic
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1.6 Cleavage
Distinct on {110}, imperfect on {010}, poor on {001}
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1.7 Mohs Hardness
8.5
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1.8 Chemical Composition
BeAl 2 O 4
CaF 2Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)

Chrysoberyl and Blue John Chemical Formula

While comparing Chrysoberyl and Blue John 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 Blue John chemical formula.

  • Chemical formula of Chrysoberyl- BeAl 2 O 4
  • Chemical formula of Blue John- CaF 2Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)

Chrysoberyl and Blue John Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Chrysoberyl and Blue John Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Chrysoberyl and Blue John Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Chrysoberyl is 3.00-3.25 whereas that of Blue John is 3.00-3.25.