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Microcline and Chrysoberyl Physical Properties


Chrysoberyl and Microcline Physical Properties


Physical Properties

Tenacity
-  
Brittle  

Solubility
-  
-  

Durability
-  
-  

Specific Gravity
2.55-2.63  
3.69-3.81  

Fracture
Uneven  
Uneven, Conchoidal to uneven, ConchoidalWalter Schumann  

Cleavage
{001} Perfect, {010} Good  
Distinct on {110}, imperfect on {010}, poor on {001}  

Mohs Hardness
6-6.5  
8.5  

Chemical Composition
KAlSi 3O 8Arthur Thomas , Gemstones (2009)  
BeAl 2 O 4  

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Microcline and Chrysoberyl Chemical Formula

While comparing Microcline 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 Microcline and Chrysoberyl chemical formula.

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Microcline and Chrysoberyl Specific Gravity

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

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