Mimetite and Chrysoberyl Physical Properties
Solubility
Not Available
Not Available
Durability
Not Available
Not Available
Specific Gravity
7.10
3.69-3.81
Fracture
Conchoidal, ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009), Brittle
Uneven, Conchoidal to uneven, Brittle, Metallic, Uneven, ConchoidalWalter Schumann, Brittle, Metallic
Cleavage
[10 1 1] Imperfect
Distinct on {110}, imperfect on {010}, poor on {001}
Chemical Composition
Pb 5(AsO 4) 3ClMichael OâDonoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references
BeAl 2 O 4
Mimetite and Chrysoberyl Chemical Formula
While comparing Mimetite 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 Mimetite and Chrysoberyl chemical formula.
- Chemical formula of Mimetite- Pb 5(AsO 4) 3ClMichael OâDonoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references
- Chemical formula of Chrysoberyl- BeAl 2 O 4
Mimetite and Chrysoberyl Specific Gravity
Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Mimetite and Chrysoberyl Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Mimetite and Chrysoberyl Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Mimetite is 3.69-3.81 whereas that of Chrysoberyl is 3.69-3.81.