Danburite and Chrysoberyl Physical Properties

Danburite

Chrysoberyl

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Physical Properties

Tenacity

Brittle

Solubility

Durability

Specific Gravity

2.97-3.033.69-3.81

1 7.18

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Fracture

Uneven, ConchoidalWalter Schumann, Conchoidal

Uneven, Conchoidal to uneven, ConchoidalWalter Schumann

Cleavage

{001} Poor

Distinct on {110}, imperfect on {010}, poor on {001}

Mohs Hardness

78.5

2 10

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Chemical Composition

CaB 2(SiO 4) 2Michael OâDonoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references

BeAl ₂ O ₄

Danburite and Chrysoberyl Chemical Formula

While comparing Danburite 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 Danburite and Chrysoberyl chemical formula.

Chemical formula of Danburite- CaB 2(SiO 4) 2Michael OâDonoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references
Chemical formula of Chrysoberyl- BeAl ₂ O ₄

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Danburite and Chrysoberyl Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Danburite and Chrysoberyl Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Danburite and Chrysoberyl Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Danburite is 3.69-3.81 whereas that of Chrysoberyl is 3.69-3.81.