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Zinnwaldite
Zinnwaldite

Chrysoberyl
Chrysoberyl



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Zinnwaldite and Chrysoberyl Physical Properties

1 Physical Properties
1.1 Tenacity
Elastic
Brittle
1.2 Solubility
Not Available
Not Available
1.3 Durability
Not Available
Not Available
1.4 Specific Gravity
2.9-3.13.69-3.81
Amber
1 7.18
1.5 Fracture
Uneven
Uneven, Conchoidal to uneven, Brittle, Metallic, Uneven, ConchoidalWalter Schumann, Brittle, Metallic
1.6 Cleavage
Perfect basal {001}
Distinct on {110}, imperfect on {010}, poor on {001}
1.7 Mohs Hardness
3.5-4.08.5
Amber
2 10
1.8 Chemical Composition
Not Available
BeAl 2 O 4

Zinnwaldite and Chrysoberyl Chemical Formula

While comparing Zinnwaldite 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 Zinnwaldite and Chrysoberyl chemical formula.

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  • Chemical formula of Chrysoberyl- BeAl 2 O 4

Zinnwaldite and Chrysoberyl Specific Gravity

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