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Chrysoberyl
Chrysoberyl

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Chrysoberyl and Topaz Physical Properties

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1 Physical Properties
1.1 Tenacity
Brittle
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1.2 Solubility
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1.3 Durability
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1.4 Specific Gravity
3.69-3.813.49-3.57
Amber
1 7.18
1.5 Fracture
Uneven, Conchoidal to uneven, Brittle, Metallic, Uneven, ConchoidalWalter Schumann, Brittle, Metallic
Subconchoidal, Uneven, ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009), Brittle
1.6 Cleavage
Distinct on {110}, imperfect on {010}, poor on {001}
[001] Perfect
1.7 Mohs Hardness
8.58
Amber
2 10
1.8 Chemical Composition
BeAl 2 O 4
Al2SiO4(F,OH)2

Chrysoberyl and Topaz Chemical Formula

While comparing Chrysoberyl and Topaz 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 Topaz chemical formula.

  • Chemical formula of Chrysoberyl- BeAl 2 O 4
  • Chemical formula of Topaz- Al2SiO4(F,OH)2

Chrysoberyl and Topaz Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Chrysoberyl and Topaz Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Chrysoberyl and Topaz Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Chrysoberyl is 3.49-3.57 whereas that of Topaz is 3.49-3.57.