Chrysoberyl and Bytownite Physical Properties
Solubility
Not Available
Not Available
Durability
Not Available
Not Available
Specific Gravity
3.69-3.81
2.72-2.75
Fracture
Uneven, Conchoidal to uneven, Brittle, Metallic, Uneven, ConchoidalWalter Schumann, Brittle, Metallic
Uneven, Uneven, Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)
Cleavage
Distinct on {110}, imperfect on {010}, poor on {001}
Perfect on [001], good on [010], imperfect on [110]
Chemical Composition
BeAl 2 O 4
Ca(70-90%)Na(30-10%)(Al,Si)AlSi 2O 8Michael OâDonoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)
Chrysoberyl and Bytownite Chemical Formula
While comparing Chrysoberyl and Bytownite 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 Bytownite chemical formula.
- Chemical formula of Chrysoberyl- BeAl 2 O 4
- Chemical formula of Bytownite- Ca(70-90%)Na(30-10%)(Al,Si)AlSi 2O 8Michael OâDonoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)
Chrysoberyl and Bytownite Specific Gravity
Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Chrysoberyl and Bytownite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Chrysoberyl and Bytownite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Chrysoberyl is 2.72-2.75 whereas that of Bytownite is 2.72-2.75.