Chrysoberyl and Chrysotile Physical Properties

Chrysoberyl and Chrysotile Chemical Formula

While comparing Chrysoberyl and Chrysotile 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 Chrysotile chemical formula.

• Chemical formula of Chrysoberyl- BeAl ₂ O ₄
• Chemical formula of Chrysotile- Mg 3(Si 2O 5)(OH) 4Gemdat.org , Management Team (2012)

Chrysoberyl and Chrysotile Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Chrysoberyl and Chrysotile Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Chrysoberyl and Chrysotile Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Chrysoberyl is 2.51-2.63 whereas that of Chrysotile is 2.51-2.63.