Alexandrite and Chlorastrolite Physical Properties

Alexandrite and Chlorastrolite Chemical Formula

While comparing Alexandrite and Chlorastrolite 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 Chlorastrolite chemical formula.

• Chemical formula of Alexandrite- BeAl ₂ O ₄
• Chemical formula of Chlorastrolite- Ca 2(Mg,Fe)Al 2(SiO 4)(Si 2O 7)(OH) 2 · H 2O)Arthur Thomas , Gemstones (2009)

Alexandrite and Chlorastrolite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Alexandrite and Chlorastrolite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Alexandrite and Chlorastrolite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Alexandrite is 3.1-3.5 whereas that of Chlorastrolite is 3.1-3.5.