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Selenite and Chrysoberyl Physical Properties


Chrysoberyl and Selenite Physical Properties


Physical Properties

Tenacity
-  
Brittle  

Solubility
-  
-  

Durability
-  
-  

Specific Gravity
-9999  
3.69-3.81  

Fracture
-  
Uneven, Conchoidal to uneven, ConchoidalWalter Schumann  

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

Mohs Hardness
2  
8.5  

Chemical Composition
CaSO4·2H2O  
BeAl 2 O 4  

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Selenite and Chrysoberyl Chemical Formula

While comparing Selenite 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 Selenite and Chrysoberyl chemical formula.

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Selenite and Chrysoberyl Specific Gravity

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

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