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Alexandrite and Alunite Physical Properties


Alunite and Alexandrite Physical Properties


Physical Properties

Tenacity
Not Available   
Brittle   

Solubility
Not Available   
Soluble   

Durability
Not Available   
Not Available   

Specific Gravity
3.69-3.81   
2.6-2.9   

Fracture
Not Available   
Conchoidal, Uneven   

Cleavage
1,1 ; 3,2.   
On {0001}, perfect   

Mohs Hardness
8.5   
3.5-4   

Chemical Composition
BeAl 2 O 4   
KAl3(SO4)2(OH)6   

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Alexandrite and Alunite Chemical Formula

While comparing Alexandrite and Alunite 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 Alexandrite and Alunite chemical formula.

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Alexandrite and Alunite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Alexandrite and Alunite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Alexandrite and Alunite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Alexandrite is 2.6-2.9 whereas that of Alunite is 2.6-2.9.

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