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Alexandrite and Bowenite Physical Properties

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
3.69-3.81
2.58-2.80
1.5 Fracture
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Uneven, Irregular, Management Team (2012)
1.6 Cleavage
1,1 ; 3,2.
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1.7 Mohs Hardness
8.5
5.5
1.8 Chemical Composition
BeAl 2 O 4
(Mg,Fe2+ ) 3Si 2O 5(OH) 4Anthony et al , Handbook of mineralogy (2001)

Alexandrite and Bowenite Chemical Formula

While comparing Alexandrite and Bowenite 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 Bowenite chemical formula.

  • Chemical formula of Alexandrite- BeAl 2 O 4
  • Chemical formula of Bowenite- (Mg,Fe2+ ) 3Si 2O 5(OH) 4Anthony et al , Handbook of mineralogy (2001)

Alexandrite and Bowenite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Alexandrite and Bowenite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Alexandrite and Bowenite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Alexandrite is 2.58-2.80 whereas that of Bowenite is 2.58-2.80.

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