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Chrysoberyl
Chrysoberyl

Rock Crystal
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Chrysoberyl and Rock Crystal Physical Properties

Physical Properties

Tenacity

Solubility

Durability

Specific Gravity

Fracture

Cleavage

Mohs Hardness

Chemical Composition

 
Brittle
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3.69-3.81
Uneven, Conchoidal to uneven, ConchoidalWalter Schumann
Distinct on {110}, imperfect on {010}, poor on {001}
8.5
BeAl 2 O 4
 
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2.65
ConchoidalWalter Schumann
None
7
SiO 2Walter Schumann , Gemstones of the world (2001)

Chrysoberyl and Rock Crystal Chemical Formula

While comparing Chrysoberyl and Rock Crystal 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 Rock Crystal chemical formula.

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Chrysoberyl and Rock Crystal Specific Gravity

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