Chrysoberyl and Fluorite Physical Properties
Solubility
Not Available
slightly water soluble and in hot hydrochloric acid
Durability
Not Available
Not Available
Specific Gravity
3.69-3.81
3.00-3.25
Fracture
Uneven, Conchoidal to uneven, Brittle, Metallic, Uneven, ConchoidalWalter Schumann, Brittle, Metallic
Subconchoidal, Uneven, ConchoidalWalter Schumann, Gemstones of the world (2001) More from other references
Cleavage
Distinct on {110}, imperfect on {010}, poor on {001}
Octahedral, perfect on {111}, parting on {011}
Chemical Composition
BeAl 2 O 4
CaF2
Chrysoberyl and Fluorite Chemical Formula
While comparing Chrysoberyl and Fluorite 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 Fluorite chemical formula.
- Chemical formula of Chrysoberyl- BeAl 2 O 4
- Chemical formula of Fluorite- CaF2
Chrysoberyl and Fluorite Specific Gravity
Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Chrysoberyl and Fluorite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Chrysoberyl and Fluorite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Chrysoberyl is 3.00-3.25 whereas that of Fluorite is 3.00-3.25.