Euclase and Chrysoprase Physical Properties

Euclase

Chrysoprase

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1 Physical Properties

1.1 Tenacity

Not Available

1.2 Solubility

Not Available

1.3 Durability

Not Available

1.4 Specific Gravity

3.08-3.122.58-2.64

1 7.18

1.5 Fracture

ConchoidalWalter Schumann, Gemstones of the world (2001), ConchoidalWalter Schumann, Gemstones of the world (2001), Brittle, Metallic

Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)

1.6 Cleavage

{010} Perfect

None

1.7 Mohs Hardness

7.56.5-7

2 10

1.8 Chemical Composition

BeAlSiO 4(OH)Michael OâDonoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references

SiO₂ (with a high level of nickel impurities )

Euclase and Chrysoprase Chemical Formula

While comparing Euclase and Chrysoprase 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 Euclase and Chrysoprase chemical formula.

Chemical formula of Euclase- BeAlSiO 4(OH)Michael OâDonoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references
Chemical formula of Chrysoprase- SiO₂ (with a high level of nickel impurities )

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Euclase and Chrysoprase Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Euclase and Chrysoprase Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Euclase and Chrysoprase Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Euclase is 2.58-2.64 whereas that of Chrysoprase is 2.58-2.64.