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Alexandrite and Analcime Physical Properties


Analcime and Alexandrite Physical Properties


Physical Properties

Tenacity
Not Available   
Not Available   

Solubility
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Not Available   

Durability
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Not Available   

Specific Gravity
3.69-3.81   
2.24-2.29   

Fracture
Not Available   
Uneven, Subconchoidal, Uneven, Subconchoidal, Conchoidal, Brittle   

Cleavage
1,1 ; 3,2.   
Very poor [100]   

Mohs Hardness
8.5   
5-5.5   

Chemical Composition
BeAl 2 O 4   
NaAlSi 2O 6 · H 2OMichael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth edition (2006) More from other references   

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Alexandrite and Analcime Chemical Formula

While comparing Alexandrite and Analcime 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 Analcime chemical formula.

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Alexandrite and Analcime Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Alexandrite and Analcime Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Alexandrite and Analcime Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Alexandrite is 2.24-2.29 whereas that of Analcime is 2.24-2.29.

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