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Hiddenite and Chrysoberyl Physical Properties


Chrysoberyl and Hiddenite Physical Properties


Physical Properties

Tenacity
-  
Brittle  

Solubility
-  
-  

Durability
-  
-  

Specific Gravity
3.15-3.21  
3.69-3.81  

Fracture
-  
Uneven, Conchoidal to uneven, ConchoidalWalter Schumann  

Cleavage
1,2 prismatic  
Distinct on {110}, imperfect on {010}, poor on {001}  

Mohs Hardness
6-7  
8.5  

Chemical Composition
LiAlSi2O6  
BeAl 2 O 4  

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Hiddenite and Chrysoberyl Chemical Formula

While comparing Hiddenite 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 Hiddenite and Chrysoberyl chemical formula.

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Hiddenite and Chrysoberyl Specific Gravity

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

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