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Chrysoberyl
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Chrysoberyl and Prase Physical Properties

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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
3.69-3.812.64-2.69
Amber
1 7.18
1.5 Fracture
Uneven, Conchoidal to uneven, Brittle, Metallic, Uneven, ConchoidalWalter Schumann, Brittle, Metallic
Gems, Sixth Edition (2006), Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)
1.6 Cleavage
Distinct on {110}, imperfect on {010}, poor on {001}
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1.7 Mohs Hardness
8.57
Amber
2 10
1.8 Chemical Composition
BeAl 2 O 4
SiO 2Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)

Chrysoberyl and Prase Chemical Formula

While comparing Chrysoberyl and Prase 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 Prase chemical formula.

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

Chrysoberyl and Prase Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Chrysoberyl and Prase Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Chrysoberyl and Prase Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Chrysoberyl is 2.64-2.69 whereas that of Prase is 2.64-2.69.