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Chrysoberyl
Chrysoberyl

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Chrysoberyl and Zinnwaldite Physical Properties

1 Physical Properties
1.1 Tenacity
Brittle
Elastic
1.2 Solubility
Not Available
Not Available
1.3 Durability
Not Available
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1.4 Specific Gravity
3.69-3.812.9-3.1
Amber
1 7.18
1.5 Fracture
Uneven, Conchoidal to uneven, Brittle, Metallic, Uneven, ConchoidalWalter Schumann, Brittle, Metallic
Uneven
1.6 Cleavage
Distinct on {110}, imperfect on {010}, poor on {001}
Perfect basal {001}
1.7 Mohs Hardness
8.53.5-4.0
Amber
2 10
1.8 Chemical Composition
BeAl 2 O 4
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Chrysoberyl and Zinnwaldite Chemical Formula

While comparing Chrysoberyl and Zinnwaldite 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 Zinnwaldite chemical formula.

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

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Chrysoberyl and Zinnwaldite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Chrysoberyl and Zinnwaldite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Chrysoberyl is 2.9-3.1 whereas that of Zinnwaldite is 2.9-3.1.