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Chrysoberyl and Cavansite Physical Properties


Cavansite and Chrysoberyl Physical Properties


Physical Properties

Tenacity
Brittle  
Brittle  

Solubility
-  
-  

Durability
-  
-  

Specific Gravity
3.69-3.81  
2.25-2.33  

Fracture
Uneven, Conchoidal to uneven, ConchoidalWalter Schumann  
-  

Cleavage
Distinct on {110}, imperfect on {010}, poor on {001}  
Good on {010}  

Mohs Hardness
8.5  
3-4  

Chemical Composition
BeAl 2 O 4  
Ca(VO)Si4O10•4(H2O)  

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Chrysoberyl and Cavansite Chemical Formula

While comparing Chrysoberyl and Cavansite 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 Cavansite chemical formula.

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Chrysoberyl and Cavansite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Chrysoberyl and Cavansite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Chrysoberyl and Cavansite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Chrysoberyl is 2.25-2.33 whereas that of Cavansite is 2.25-2.33.

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