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Chrysoberyl and Nosean 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
3.69-3.81
2.30-2.40
1.5 Fracture
Uneven, Conchoidal to uneven, Brittle, Metallic, Uneven, ConchoidalWalter Schumann, Brittle, Metallic
Uneven, Uneven, ConchoidalAnthony et al, Handbook of mineralogy (2001), Conchoidal, Brittle
1.6 Cleavage
Distinct on {110}, imperfect on {010}, poor on {001}
{110} Perfect
1.7 Mohs Hardness
8.5
Not Available
1.8 Chemical Composition
BeAl 2 O 4
Na 8Al 6Si 6O 24(SO 4) · H 2OAnthony et al , Handbook of Mineralogy (2001)

Chrysoberyl and Nosean Chemical Formula

While comparing Chrysoberyl and Nosean 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 Nosean chemical formula.

  • Chemical formula of Chrysoberyl- BeAl 2 O 4
  • Chemical formula of Nosean- Na 8Al 6Si 6O 24(SO 4) · H 2OAnthony et al , Handbook of Mineralogy (2001)

Chrysoberyl and Nosean Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Chrysoberyl and Nosean Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Chrysoberyl and Nosean Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Chrysoberyl is 2.30-2.40 whereas that of Nosean is 2.30-2.40.