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Chrysoberyl and Sylvite Physical Properties

1 Physical Properties
1.1 Tenacity
Brittle
Brittle
1.2 Solubility
Not Available
Soluble
1.3 Durability
Not Available
Not Available
1.4 Specific Gravity
3.69-3.81
1.993
1.5 Fracture
Uneven, Conchoidal to uneven, Brittle, Metallic, Uneven, ConchoidalWalter Schumann, Brittle, Metallic
Uneven, Brittle
1.6 Cleavage
Distinct on {110}, imperfect on {010}, poor on {001}
Perfect on [100], [010], [001]
1.7 Mohs Hardness
8.5
2.5
1.8 Chemical Composition
BeAl 2 O 4
Not Available

Chrysoberyl and Sylvite Chemical Formula

While comparing Chrysoberyl and Sylvite 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 Sylvite chemical formula.

  • Chemical formula of Chrysoberyl- BeAl 2 O 4
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Chrysoberyl and Sylvite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Chrysoberyl and Sylvite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Chrysoberyl and Sylvite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Chrysoberyl is 1.993 whereas that of Sylvite is 1.993.