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Prase and Chrysoberyl Physical Properties

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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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Not Available
1.4 Specific Gravity
2.64-2.69
3.69-3.81
1.5 Fracture
Gems, Sixth Edition (2006), Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)
Uneven, Conchoidal to uneven, Brittle, Metallic, Uneven, ConchoidalWalter Schumann, Brittle, Metallic
1.6 Cleavage
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Distinct on {110}, imperfect on {010}, poor on {001}
1.7 Mohs Hardness
7
8.5
1.8 Chemical Composition
SiO 2Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)
BeAl 2 O 4

Prase and Chrysoberyl Chemical Formula

While comparing Prase 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 Prase and Chrysoberyl chemical formula.

  • Chemical formula of Prase- SiO 2Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)
  • Chemical formula of Chrysoberyl- BeAl 2 O 4

Prase and Chrysoberyl Specific Gravity

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