Chrysoberyl and Catapleiite Physical Properties

Chrysoberyl and Catapleiite Chemical Formula

While comparing Chrysoberyl and Catapleiite 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 Catapleiite chemical formula.

• Chemical formula of Chrysoberyl- BeAl ₂ O ₄
• Chemical formula of Catapleiite- Na 2ZrSi 3O 9 · 2H 2OMichael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)

Chrysoberyl and Catapleiite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Chrysoberyl and Catapleiite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Chrysoberyl and Catapleiite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Chrysoberyl is 2.72 whereas that of Catapleiite is 2.72.