Chrysoberyl and Hematite Physical Properties
Solubility
Not Available
Not Available
Durability
Not Available
Not Available
Specific Gravity
3.69-3.81
5.00-5.30
Fracture
Uneven, Conchoidal to uneven, Brittle, Metallic, Uneven, ConchoidalWalter Schumann, Brittle, Metallic
Uneven, Uneven, ConchoidalWalter Schumann, Gemstones of the world (2001) More from other references, Conchoidal, Brittle
Cleavage
Distinct on {110}, imperfect on {010}, poor on {001}
None, may show partings on {0001} and {10 1 1}
Chemical Composition
BeAl 2 O 4
Fe 2O 3Arthur Thomas , Gemstones (2009)
Chrysoberyl and Hematite Chemical Formula
While comparing Chrysoberyl and Hematite 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 Hematite chemical formula.
- Chemical formula of Chrysoberyl- BeAl 2 O 4
- Chemical formula of Hematite- Fe 2O 3Arthur Thomas , Gemstones (2009)
Chrysoberyl and Hematite Specific Gravity
Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Chrysoberyl and Hematite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Chrysoberyl and Hematite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Chrysoberyl is 5.00-5.30 whereas that of Hematite is 5.00-5.30.