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Chrysoberyl and Elbaite Physical Properties

Physical Properties

Tenacity

Solubility

Durability

Specific Gravity

Fracture

Cleavage

Mohs Hardness

Chemical Composition

 
Brittle
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3.69-3.81
Uneven, Conchoidal to uneven, ConchoidalWalter Schumann
Distinct on {110}, imperfect on {010}, poor on {001}
8.5
BeAl 2 O 4
 
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2.90-3.10
Uneven, Conchoidal
Poor/indistinct on {1120} and {1011}
7
Na(Li 1.5Al 1.5)Al 6(Si 6O 18)(BO 3) 3(OH) 3(OH)Gemdat.org , Management Team (2012) More from other references

Chrysoberyl and Elbaite Chemical Formula

While comparing Chrysoberyl and Elbaite 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 Elbaite chemical formula.

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Chrysoberyl and Elbaite Specific Gravity

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