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Hurlbutite
Hurlbutite

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Hurlbutite and Chrysoberyl Physical Properties

1 Physical Properties
1.1 Tenacity
Not Available
Brittle
1.2 Solubility
Not Available
Not Available
1.3 Durability
Not Available
Not Available
1.4 Specific Gravity
2.903.69-3.81
Amber
1 7.18
1.5 Fracture
ConchoidalAnthony et al, Handbook of mineralogy (2001), ConchoidalAnthony et al, Handbook of mineralogy (2001), Brittle, Conchoidal
Uneven, Conchoidal to uneven, Brittle, Metallic, Uneven, ConchoidalWalter Schumann, Brittle, Metallic
1.6 Cleavage
None
Distinct on {110}, imperfect on {010}, poor on {001}
1.7 Mohs Hardness
68.5
Amber
2 10
1.8 Chemical Composition
CaBe 2(PO 4) 2Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)
BeAl 2 O 4

Hurlbutite and Chrysoberyl Chemical Formula

While comparing Hurlbutite 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 Hurlbutite and Chrysoberyl chemical formula.

  • Chemical formula of Hurlbutite- CaBe 2(PO 4) 2Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)
  • Chemical formula of Chrysoberyl- BeAl 2 O 4

Hurlbutite and Chrysoberyl Specific Gravity

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