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Chrysoberyl and Chabazite Physical Properties

1 Physical Properties
1.1 Tenacity
Brittle
Not Available
1.2 Solubility
Not Available
Not Available
1.3 Durability
Not Available
Not Available
1.4 Specific Gravity
3.69-3.812.08-2.16
Amber
1 7.18
1.5 Fracture
Uneven, Conchoidal to uneven, Brittle, Metallic, Uneven, ConchoidalWalter Schumann, Brittle, Metallic
Irregular/uneven, UnevenArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009)
1.6 Cleavage
Distinct on {110}, imperfect on {010}, poor on {001}
distinct/good on {1011}
1.7 Mohs Hardness
8.54.5
Amber
2 10
1.8 Chemical Composition
BeAl 2 O 4
CaAl 2Si 4O 12 -6H 2OArthur Thomas , Gemstones (2009)

Chrysoberyl and Chabazite Chemical Formula

While comparing Chrysoberyl and Chabazite 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 Chabazite chemical formula.

  • Chemical formula of Chrysoberyl- BeAl 2 O 4
  • Chemical formula of Chabazite- CaAl 2Si 4O 12 -6H 2OArthur Thomas , Gemstones (2009)

Chrysoberyl and Chabazite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Chrysoberyl and Chabazite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Chrysoberyl and Chabazite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Chrysoberyl is 2.08-2.16 whereas that of Chabazite is 2.08-2.16.