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Moss Agate
Moss Agate

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Moss Agate and Chrysoberyl Physical Properties

1 Physical Properties
1.1 Tenacity
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Brittle
1.2 Solubility
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1.3 Durability
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1.4 Specific Gravity
2.58-2.643.69-3.81
Amber
1 7.18
1.5 Fracture
Not Available
Uneven, Conchoidal to uneven, Brittle, Metallic, Uneven, ConchoidalWalter Schumann, Brittle, Metallic
1.6 Cleavage
Not Available
Distinct on {110}, imperfect on {010}, poor on {001}
1.7 Mohs Hardness
6.5-78.5
Amber
2 10
1.8 Chemical Composition
SiO 2Walter Schumann , Gemstones of the world (2001)
BeAl 2 O 4

Moss Agate and Chrysoberyl Chemical Formula

While comparing Moss Agate 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 Moss Agate and Chrysoberyl chemical formula.

  • Chemical formula of Moss Agate- SiO 2Walter Schumann , Gemstones of the world (2001)
  • Chemical formula of Chrysoberyl- BeAl 2 O 4

Moss Agate and Chrysoberyl Specific Gravity

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