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Chrysoberyl and Hyacinth Physical Properties

Physical Properties

Tenacity

Brittle
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Solubility

-
-

Durability

-
-

Specific Gravity

3.69-3.813.93-4.73
1 7.18
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Fracture

Uneven, Conchoidal to uneven, ConchoidalWalter Schumann
Conchoidal

Cleavage

Distinct on {110}, imperfect on {010}, poor on {001}
Indiscernible

Mohs Hardness

8.56.5-7.5
2 10
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Chemical Composition

BeAl 2 O 4
ZrSiO 4Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)

Chrysoberyl and Hyacinth Chemical Formula

While comparing Chrysoberyl and Hyacinth 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 Hyacinth chemical formula.

  • Chemical formula of Chrysoberyl- BeAl 2 O 4
  • Chemical formula of Hyacinth- ZrSiO 4Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)

Chrysoberyl and Hyacinth Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Chrysoberyl and Hyacinth Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Chrysoberyl and Hyacinth Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Chrysoberyl is 3.93-4.73 whereas that of Hyacinth is 3.93-4.73.