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Tortoiseshell and Chrysoberyl Physical Properties


Chrysoberyl and Tortoiseshell Physical Properties


Physical Properties

Tenacity
-  
Brittle  

Solubility
-  
-  

Durability
-  
-  

Specific Gravity
1.25-1.35  
3.69-3.81  

Fracture
-  
Uneven, Conchoidal to uneven, ConchoidalWalter Schumann  

Cleavage
None  
Distinct on {110}, imperfect on {010}, poor on {001}  

Mohs Hardness
-9999  
8.5  

Chemical Composition
-  
BeAl 2 O 4  

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Tortoiseshell and Chrysoberyl Chemical Formula

While comparing Tortoiseshell 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 Tortoiseshell and Chrysoberyl chemical formula.

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Tortoiseshell and Chrysoberyl Specific Gravity

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

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