Glass and Chrysoberyl Physical Properties

Glass and Chrysoberyl Chemical Formula

While comparing Glass 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 Glass and Chrysoberyl chemical formula.

• Chemical formula of Glass- SiO₂
• Chemical formula of Chrysoberyl- BeAl ₂ O ₄

Glass and Chrysoberyl Specific Gravity

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