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Microlite and Chrysoberyl Physical Properties

1 Physical Properties
1.1 Tenacity
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Brittle
1.2 Solubility
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Not Available
1.3 Durability
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Not Available
1.4 Specific Gravity
5.5
3.69-3.81
1.5 Fracture
ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009), ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009), Conchoidal, Brittle
Uneven, Conchoidal to uneven, Brittle, Metallic, Uneven, ConchoidalWalter Schumann, Brittle, Metallic
1.6 Cleavage
{111} Indistinct, {111} Indistinct, {111} Indistinct
Distinct on {110}, imperfect on {010}, poor on {001}
1.7 Mohs Hardness
5-5.5
8.5
1.8 Chemical Composition
(Ca,Na) 2Ta 2O 6(O,OH,F)Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references
BeAl 2 O 4

Microlite and Chrysoberyl Chemical Formula

While comparing Microlite 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 Microlite and Chrysoberyl chemical formula.

  • Chemical formula of Microlite- (Ca,Na) 2Ta 2O 6(O,OH,F)Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references
  • Chemical formula of Chrysoberyl- BeAl 2 O 4

Microlite and Chrysoberyl Specific Gravity

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