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Sylvite and Chrysoberyl Physical Properties


Chrysoberyl and Sylvite Physical Properties


Physical Properties

Tenacity
Brittle  
Brittle  

Solubility
Soluble  
-  

Durability
-  
-  

Specific Gravity
1.993  
3.69-3.81  

Fracture
Uneven  
Uneven, Conchoidal to uneven, ConchoidalWalter Schumann  

Cleavage
Perfect on [100], [010], [001]  
Distinct on {110}, imperfect on {010}, poor on {001}  

Mohs Hardness
2.5  
8.5  

Chemical Composition
KCl  
BeAl 2 O 4  

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Sylvite and Chrysoberyl Chemical Formula

While comparing Sylvite 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 Sylvite and Chrysoberyl chemical formula.

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Sylvite and Chrysoberyl Specific Gravity

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

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