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Chrysoberyl
Chrysoberyl

Radiolarite
Radiolarite



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Chrysoberyl and Radiolarite Physical Properties

Physical Properties

Tenacity

Brittle
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Solubility

-
-

Durability

-
-

Specific Gravity

3.69-3.81-9999
1 7.18
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Fracture

Uneven, Conchoidal to uneven, ConchoidalWalter Schumann
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Cleavage

Distinct on {110}, imperfect on {010}, poor on {001}
None

Mohs Hardness

8.5-9999
2 10
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Chemical Composition

BeAl 2 O 4
SiO2

Chrysoberyl and Radiolarite Chemical Formula

While comparing Chrysoberyl and Radiolarite 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 Radiolarite chemical formula.

  • Chemical formula of Chrysoberyl- BeAl 2 O 4
  • Chemical formula of Radiolarite- SiO2

Chrysoberyl and Radiolarite Specific Gravity

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