Alexandrite and Apache Tear Physical Properties

Alexandrite

Apache Tear

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1 Physical Properties

1.1 Tenacity

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1.2 Solubility

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1.3 Durability

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1.4 Specific Gravity

3.69-3.81Not Available

1 7.18

1.5 Fracture

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Conchoidal

1.6 Cleavage

1,1 ; 3,2.

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1.7 Mohs Hardness

8.55-5.5

2 10

1.8 Chemical Composition

BeAl ₂ O ₄

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Alexandrite and Apache Tear Chemical Formula

While comparing Alexandrite and Apache Tear 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 Apache Tear chemical formula.

Chemical formula of Alexandrite- BeAl ₂ O ₄

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Alexandrite and Apache Tear Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Alexandrite and Apache Tear Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Alexandrite and Apache Tear Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Alexandrite is Not Available whereas that of Apache Tear is Not Available.