Clinozoisite and Chrysoberyl Physical Properties
Solubility
Not Available
Not Available
Durability
Not Available
Not Available
Specific Gravity
3.21-3.38
3.69-3.81
Fracture
Irregular/uneven, Uneven
Uneven, Conchoidal to uneven, Brittle, Metallic, Uneven, ConchoidalWalter Schumann, Brittle, Metallic
Cleavage
Perfect on {001}
Distinct on {110}, imperfect on {010}, poor on {001}
Chemical Composition
Ca 2Al 3(SiO 4) 3(OH)Walter Schumann , Gemstones of the world (2001) More from other references
BeAl 2 O 4
Clinozoisite and Chrysoberyl Chemical Formula
While comparing Clinozoisite and Chrysoberyl 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 Clinozoisite and Chrysoberyl chemical formula.
- Chemical formula of Clinozoisite- Ca 2Al 3(SiO 4) 3(OH)Walter Schumann , Gemstones of the world (2001) More from other references
- Chemical formula of Chrysoberyl- BeAl 2 O 4
Clinozoisite and Chrysoberyl Specific Gravity
Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Clinozoisite and Chrysoberyl Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Clinozoisite and Chrysoberyl Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Clinozoisite is 3.69-3.81 whereas that of Chrysoberyl is 3.69-3.81.