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Alexandrite and Bixbite Physical Properties


Bixbite and Alexandrite Physical Properties


Physical Properties

Tenacity
-  
-  

Solubility
-  
-  

Durability
-  
-  

Specific Gravity
3.69-3.81  
-9999  

Fracture
-  
-  

Cleavage
1,1 ; 3,2.  
Indiscernible  

Mohs Hardness
8.5  
7.5  

Chemical Composition
BeAl 2 O 4  
Be3Al2(SiO3)6  

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Alexandrite and Bixbite Chemical Formula

While comparing Alexandrite and Bixbite 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 Bixbite chemical formula.

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Alexandrite and Bixbite Specific Gravity

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

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