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Chrysoberyl
Chrysoberyl

Vanadinite
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Chrysoberyl and Vanadinite Physical Properties

Physical Properties

Tenacity

Brittle
Brittle

Solubility

-
-

Durability

-
-

Specific Gravity

3.69-3.816.8-7.1
1 7.18
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Fracture

Uneven, Conchoidal to uneven, ConchoidalWalter Schumann
Uneven, Conchoidal

Cleavage

Distinct on {110}, imperfect on {010}, poor on {001}
None

Mohs Hardness

8.53-4
2 10
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Chemical Composition

BeAl 2 O 4
C20H36

Chrysoberyl and Vanadinite Chemical Formula

While comparing Chrysoberyl and Vanadinite 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 Vanadinite chemical formula.

  • Chemical formula of Chrysoberyl- BeAl 2 O 4
  • Chemical formula of Vanadinite- C20H36

Chrysoberyl and Vanadinite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Chrysoberyl and Vanadinite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Chrysoberyl and Vanadinite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Chrysoberyl is 6.8-7.1 whereas that of Vanadinite is 6.8-7.1.