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Chrysoberyl and Rhodolite Physical Properties


Rhodolite and Chrysoberyl Physical Properties


Physical Properties

Tenacity
Brittle   
Not Available   

Solubility
Not Available   
Not Available   

Durability
Not Available   
Not Available   

Specific Gravity
3.69-3.81   
3.84   

Fracture
Uneven, Conchoidal to uneven, Brittle, Metallic, Uneven, ConchoidalWalter Schumann, Brittle, Metallic   
Conchoidal   

Cleavage
Distinct on {110}, imperfect on {010}, poor on {001}   
none, may show indistinct parting   

Mohs Hardness
8.5   
7-7.5   

Chemical Composition
BeAl 2 O 4   
(Mg,Fe)3Al2Si3O12   

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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.

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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.

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