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Emerald and Crocoite Physical Properties

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1 Physical Properties
1.1 Tenacity
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1.2 Solubility
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1.3 Durability
Hard
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1.4 Specific Gravity
2.67-2.78
5.90-6.10
1.5 Fracture
Uneven, Uneven, ConchoidalWalter Schumann, Gemstones of the world (2001)
ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009), ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009), (e.g. graphite).
1.6 Cleavage
Imperfect on the [0001]
{110} Distinct, {001} Indistinct, {100} Indistinct
1.7 Mohs Hardness
7.5-8
2.5-3
1.8 Chemical Composition
Be3Al2SiO6
PbCrO 4Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references

Emerald and Crocoite Chemical Formula

While comparing Emerald and Crocoite 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 Emerald and Crocoite chemical formula.

  • Chemical formula of Emerald- Be3Al2SiO6
  • Chemical formula of Crocoite- PbCrO 4Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references

Emerald and Crocoite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Emerald and Crocoite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Emerald and Crocoite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Emerald is 5.90-6.10 whereas that of Crocoite is 5.90-6.10.

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