Kyanite and Chrysoberyl Physical Properties

Kyanite and Chrysoberyl Chemical Formula

While comparing Kyanite 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 Kyanite and Chrysoberyl chemical formula.

• Chemical formula of Kyanite- Al2SiO5
• Chemical formula of Chrysoberyl- BeAl ₂ O ₄

Kyanite and Chrysoberyl Specific Gravity

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