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Chrysoberyl and Paraiba Physical Properties

1 Physical Properties
1.1 Tenacity
Brittle
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1.2 Solubility
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1.3 Durability
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1.4 Specific Gravity
3.69-3.81
3.04-3.13
1.5 Fracture
Uneven, Conchoidal to uneven, Brittle, Metallic, Uneven, ConchoidalWalter Schumann, Brittle, Metallic
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1.6 Cleavage
Distinct on {110}, imperfect on {010}, poor on {001}
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1.7 Mohs Hardness
8.5
7-7.5
1.8 Chemical Composition
BeAl 2 O 4
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Chrysoberyl and Paraiba Chemical Formula

While comparing Chrysoberyl and Paraiba 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 Paraiba chemical formula.

  • Chemical formula of Chrysoberyl- BeAl 2 O 4
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Chrysoberyl and Paraiba Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Chrysoberyl and Paraiba Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Chrysoberyl and Paraiba Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Chrysoberyl is 3.04-3.13 whereas that of Paraiba is 3.04-3.13.