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Chrysoberyl and Citrine Physical Properties

1 Physical Properties
1.1 Tenacity
Brittle
Not Available
1.2 Solubility
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Not Available
1.3 Durability
Not Available
Not Available
1.4 Specific Gravity
3.69-3.81
2.65
1.5 Fracture
Uneven, Conchoidal to uneven, Brittle, Metallic, Uneven, ConchoidalWalter Schumann, Brittle, Metallic
ConchoidalMichael O’Donoghue, Gems, Sixth Edition (2006), Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)
1.6 Cleavage
Distinct on {110}, imperfect on {010}, poor on {001}
Indiscernible
1.7 Mohs Hardness
8.5
7
1.8 Chemical Composition
BeAl 2 O 4
SiO2

Chrysoberyl and Citrine Chemical Formula

While comparing Chrysoberyl and Citrine 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 Citrine chemical formula.

  • Chemical formula of Chrysoberyl- BeAl 2 O 4
  • Chemical formula of Citrine- SiO2

Chrysoberyl and Citrine Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Chrysoberyl and Citrine Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Chrysoberyl and Citrine Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Chrysoberyl is 2.65 whereas that of Citrine is 2.65.