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Chrysoberyl and Rhodolite 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
3.69-3.813.84
Amber
1 7.18
1.5 Fracture
Uneven, Conchoidal to uneven, Brittle, Metallic, Uneven, ConchoidalWalter Schumann, Brittle, Metallic
Conchoidal
1.6 Cleavage
Distinct on {110}, imperfect on {010}, poor on {001}
none, may show indistinct parting
1.7 Mohs Hardness
8.57-7.5
Amber
2 10
1.8 Chemical Composition
BeAl 2 O 4
(Mg,Fe)3Al2Si3O12

Chrysoberyl and Rhodolite Chemical Formula

While comparing Chrysoberyl and Rhodolite 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 Rhodolite chemical formula.

  • Chemical formula of Chrysoberyl- BeAl 2 O 4
  • Chemical formula of Rhodolite- (Mg,Fe)3Al2Si3O12

Chrysoberyl and Rhodolite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Chrysoberyl and Rhodolite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Chrysoberyl and Rhodolite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Chrysoberyl is 3.84 whereas that of Rhodolite is 3.84.