Marialite and Chrysoberyl Physical Properties
Solubility
Not Available
Not Available
Durability
Not Available
Not Available
Specific Gravity
2.50
3.69-3.81
Fracture
Uneven, Uneven, ConchoidalAnthony et al, Handbook of mineralogy (2001), Brittle, Conchoidal
Uneven, Conchoidal to uneven, Brittle, Metallic, Uneven, ConchoidalWalter Schumann, Brittle, Metallic
Cleavage
Distinct on {100} and {110}
Distinct on {110}, imperfect on {010}, poor on {001}
Chemical Composition
3NaAlSi 3O 8 · NaClAnthony et al , Handbook of mineralogy (2001)
BeAl 2 O 4
Marialite and Chrysoberyl Chemical Formula
While comparing Marialite 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 Marialite and Chrysoberyl chemical formula.
- Chemical formula of Marialite- 3NaAlSi 3O 8 · NaClAnthony et al , Handbook of mineralogy (2001)
- Chemical formula of Chrysoberyl- BeAl 2 O 4
Marialite and Chrysoberyl Specific Gravity
Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Marialite and Chrysoberyl Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Marialite and Chrysoberyl Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Marialite is 3.69-3.81 whereas that of Chrysoberyl is 3.69-3.81.