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Nosean and Chrysoberyl Physical Properties


Chrysoberyl and Nosean Physical Properties


Physical Properties

Tenacity
Not Available   
Brittle   

Solubility
Not Available   
Not Available   

Durability
Not Available   
Not Available   

Specific Gravity
2.30-2.40   
3.69-3.81   

Fracture
Uneven, Uneven, ConchoidalAnthony et al, Handbook of mineralogy (2001), Conchoidal, Brittle   
Uneven, Conchoidal to uneven, Brittle, Metallic, Uneven, ConchoidalWalter Schumann, Brittle, Metallic   

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

Mohs Hardness
Not Available   
8.5   

Chemical Composition
Na 8Al 6Si 6O 24(SO 4) · H 2OAnthony et al , Handbook of Mineralogy (2001)   
BeAl 2 O 4   

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Nosean and Chrysoberyl Chemical Formula

While comparing Nosean 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 Nosean and Chrysoberyl chemical formula.

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Nosean and Chrysoberyl Specific Gravity

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

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