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Chrysoberyl
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Chrysoberyl and Fuchsite Physical Properties

1 Physical Properties
1.1 Tenacity
Brittle
Not Available
1.2 Solubility
Not Available
Not Available
1.3 Durability
Not Available
Not Available
1.4 Specific Gravity
3.69-3.812.77-2.88
Amber
1 7.18
1.5 Fracture
Uneven, Conchoidal to uneven, Brittle, Metallic, Uneven, ConchoidalWalter Schumann, Brittle, Metallic
Uneven
1.6 Cleavage
Distinct on {110}, imperfect on {010}, poor on {001}
Perfect basal
1.7 Mohs Hardness
8.52.5
Amber
2 10
1.8 Chemical Composition
BeAl 2 O 4
K(Al,Cr) 3Si 3O 10(OH) 2Gemdat.org , Management Team (2012)

Chrysoberyl and Fuchsite Chemical Formula

While comparing Chrysoberyl and Fuchsite 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 Fuchsite chemical formula.

  • Chemical formula of Chrysoberyl- BeAl 2 O 4
  • Chemical formula of Fuchsite- K(Al,Cr) 3Si 3O 10(OH) 2Gemdat.org , Management Team (2012)

Chrysoberyl and Fuchsite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Chrysoberyl and Fuchsite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Chrysoberyl and Fuchsite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Chrysoberyl is 2.77-2.88 whereas that of Fuchsite is 2.77-2.88.