Chrysoberyl and Magnesite Physical Properties

Chrysoberyl and Magnesite Chemical Formula

While comparing Chrysoberyl and Magnesite 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 Magnesite chemical formula.

• Chemical formula of Chrysoberyl- BeAl ₂ O ₄
• Chemical formula of Magnesite- MgCO 3Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references

Chrysoberyl and Magnesite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Chrysoberyl and Magnesite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Chrysoberyl and Magnesite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Chrysoberyl is 2.92-3.12 whereas that of Magnesite is 2.92-3.12.