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Chrysoberyl
Chrysoberyl

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Chrysoberyl and Spinel Physical Properties

1 Physical Properties
1.1 Tenacity
Brittle
Not Available
1.2 Solubility
Not Available
none
1.3 Durability
Not Available
Not Available
1.4 Specific Gravity
3.69-3.813.64-3.66
Amber
1 7.18
1.5 Fracture
Uneven, Conchoidal to uneven, Brittle, Metallic, Uneven, ConchoidalWalter Schumann, Brittle, Metallic
Conchoidal, Uneven, ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009)
1.6 Cleavage
Distinct on {110}, imperfect on {010}, poor on {001}
None, but may exhibit slight parting
1.7 Mohs Hardness
8.58
Amber
2 10
1.8 Chemical Composition
BeAl 2 O 4
MgAl2O4

Chrysoberyl and Spinel Chemical Formula

While comparing Chrysoberyl and Spinel 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 Spinel chemical formula.

  • Chemical formula of Chrysoberyl- BeAl 2 O 4
  • Chemical formula of Spinel- MgAl2O4

Chrysoberyl and Spinel Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Chrysoberyl and Spinel Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Chrysoberyl and Spinel Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Chrysoberyl is 3.64-3.66 whereas that of Spinel is 3.64-3.66.