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Alexandrite and Baddeleyite Physical Properties


Baddeleyite and Alexandrite Physical Properties


Physical Properties

Tenacity
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Solubility
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Durability
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Specific Gravity
3.69-3.81   
5.5-6.0   

Fracture
Not Available   
ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009), ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009), Brittle, Conchoidal   

Cleavage
1,1 ; 3,2.   
{001} Distinct   

Mohs Hardness
8.5   
6.5   

Chemical Composition
BeAl 2 O 4   
ZrO 2Arthur Thomas , Gemstones (2009)   

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Alexandrite and Baddeleyite Chemical Formula

While comparing Alexandrite and Baddeleyite 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 Baddeleyite chemical formula.

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Alexandrite and Baddeleyite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Alexandrite and Baddeleyite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Alexandrite and Baddeleyite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Alexandrite is 5.5-6.0 whereas that of Baddeleyite is 5.5-6.0.

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