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Richterite
Richterite

Chrysoberyl
Chrysoberyl



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Richterite and Chrysoberyl Physical Properties

Physical Properties

Tenacity

Solubility

Durability

Specific Gravity

Fracture

Cleavage

Mohs Hardness

Chemical Composition

 
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3.0-3.5
Uneven
Perfect
5-6
Na(CaNa)(Mg,Fe++)5(Si8O22)(OH)2
 
Brittle
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3.69-3.81
Uneven, Conchoidal to uneven, ConchoidalWalter Schumann
Distinct on {110}, imperfect on {010}, poor on {001}
8.5
BeAl 2 O 4

Richterite and Chrysoberyl Chemical Formula

While comparing Richterite 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 Richterite and Chrysoberyl chemical formula.

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Richterite and Chrysoberyl Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Richterite and Chrysoberyl Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Richterite Vs Chrysoberyl during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Richterite is whereas that of Chrysoberyl is .