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Chrysoberyl and Brazilianite Physical Properties

1 Physical Properties
1.1 Tenacity
Brittle
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1.2 Solubility
Not Available
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1.3 Durability
Not Available
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1.4 Specific Gravity
3.69-3.812.98-2.99
Amber
1 7.18
1.5 Fracture
Uneven, Conchoidal to uneven, Brittle, Metallic, Uneven, ConchoidalWalter Schumann, Brittle, Metallic
Conchoidal, Gems
1.6 Cleavage
Distinct on {110}, imperfect on {010}, poor on {001}
(010) Distinct to good
1.7 Mohs Hardness
8.55.5
Amber
2 10
1.8 Chemical Composition
BeAl 2 O 4
NaAl 3(PO 4) 2(OH) 4Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references

Chrysoberyl and Brazilianite Chemical Formula

While comparing Chrysoberyl and Brazilianite 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 Brazilianite chemical formula.

  • Chemical formula of Chrysoberyl- BeAl 2 O 4
  • Chemical formula of Brazilianite- NaAl 3(PO 4) 2(OH) 4Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references

Chrysoberyl and Brazilianite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Chrysoberyl and Brazilianite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Chrysoberyl and Brazilianite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Chrysoberyl is 2.98-2.99 whereas that of Brazilianite is 2.98-2.99.