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Chrysoberyl and Chrysocolla Physical Properties

1 Physical Properties
1.1 Tenacity
Brittle
Brittle
1.2 Solubility
Not Available
Not Available
1.3 Durability
Not Available
Not Available
1.4 Specific Gravity
3.69-3.81
2.00-2.45
1.5 Fracture
Uneven, Conchoidal to uneven, Brittle, Metallic, Uneven, ConchoidalWalter Schumann, Brittle, Metallic
Sub-Conchoidal, ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009), Brittle
1.6 Cleavage
Distinct on {110}, imperfect on {010}, poor on {001}
none
1.7 Mohs Hardness
8.5
2-4
1.8 Chemical Composition
BeAl 2 O 4
Cu2H2Si2O5(OH)4

Chrysoberyl and Chrysocolla Chemical Formula

While comparing Chrysoberyl and Chrysocolla 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 Chrysocolla chemical formula.

  • Chemical formula of Chrysoberyl- BeAl 2 O 4
  • Chemical formula of Chrysocolla- Cu2H2Si2O5(OH)4

Chrysoberyl and Chrysocolla Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Chrysoberyl and Chrysocolla Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Chrysoberyl and Chrysocolla Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Chrysoberyl is 2.00-2.45 whereas that of Chrysocolla is 2.00-2.45.