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Iolite

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Chrysoberyl



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Iolite and Chrysoberyl Physical Properties

Physical Properties

Tenacity

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Brittle

Solubility

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-

Durability

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-

Specific Gravity

2.6-2.73.69-3.81
1 7.18
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Fracture

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Uneven, Conchoidal to uneven, ConchoidalWalter Schumann

Cleavage

3,1
Distinct on {110}, imperfect on {010}, poor on {001}

Mohs Hardness

7-7.58.5
2 10
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Chemical Composition

Mg2Al4Si5O18
BeAl 2 O 4

Iolite and Chrysoberyl Chemical Formula

While comparing Iolite 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 Iolite and Chrysoberyl chemical formula.

  • Chemical formula of Iolite- Mg2Al4Si5O18
  • Chemical formula of Chrysoberyl- BeAl 2 O 4

Iolite and Chrysoberyl Specific Gravity

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