Cymophane and Chiastolite Physical Properties

Cymophane and Chiastolite Chemical Formula

While comparing Cymophane and Chiastolite 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 Cymophane and Chiastolite chemical formula.

• Chemical formula of Cymophane- BeAl 2O 4Arthur Thomas , Gemstones (2009)
• Chemical formula of Chiastolite- Al 2SiO 5Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth edition (2006)

Cymophane and Chiastolite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Cymophane and Chiastolite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Cymophane and Chiastolite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Cymophane is 3.00-3.15 whereas that of Chiastolite is 3.00-3.15.