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Alexandrite and Brazilianite 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
2.98-2.99
1.5 Fracture
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Conchoidal, Gems
1.6 Cleavage
1,1 ; 3,2.
(010) Distinct to good
1.7 Mohs Hardness
8.5
5.5
1.8 Chemical Composition
BeAl 2 O 4
NaAl 3(PO 4) 2(OH) 4Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references

Alexandrite and Brazilianite Chemical Formula

While comparing Alexandrite and Brazilianite 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 Brazilianite chemical formula.

  • Chemical formula of Alexandrite- BeAl 2 O 4
  • Chemical formula of Brazilianite- NaAl 3(PO 4) 2(OH) 4Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references

Alexandrite and Brazilianite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Alexandrite and Brazilianite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Alexandrite and Brazilianite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Alexandrite is 2.98-2.99 whereas that of Brazilianite is 2.98-2.99.