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Chrysoberyl and Clinozoisite 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
3.21-3.38
1.5 Fracture
Uneven, Conchoidal to uneven, Brittle, Metallic, Uneven, ConchoidalWalter Schumann, Brittle, Metallic
Irregular/uneven, Uneven
1.6 Cleavage
Distinct on {110}, imperfect on {010}, poor on {001}
Perfect on {001}
1.7 Mohs Hardness
8.5
6-7
1.8 Chemical Composition
BeAl 2 O 4
Ca 2Al 3(SiO 4) 3(OH)Walter Schumann , Gemstones of the world (2001) More from other references

Chrysoberyl and Clinozoisite Chemical Formula

While comparing Chrysoberyl and Clinozoisite 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 Clinozoisite chemical formula.

  • Chemical formula of Chrysoberyl- BeAl 2 O 4
  • Chemical formula of Clinozoisite- Ca 2Al 3(SiO 4) 3(OH)Walter Schumann , Gemstones of the world (2001) More from other references

Chrysoberyl and Clinozoisite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Chrysoberyl and Clinozoisite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Chrysoberyl and Clinozoisite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Chrysoberyl is 3.21-3.38 whereas that of Clinozoisite is 3.21-3.38.

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