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Alexandrite

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Alexandrite and Chrysoberyl Physical Properties

1 Physical Properties
1.1 Tenacity
Not Available
Brittle
1.2 Solubility
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Not Available
1.3 Durability
Not Available
Not Available
1.4 Specific Gravity
3.69-3.813.69-3.81
Amber
1 7.18
1.5 Fracture
Not Available
Uneven, Conchoidal to uneven, Brittle, Metallic, Uneven, ConchoidalWalter Schumann, Brittle, Metallic
1.6 Cleavage
1,1 ; 3,2.
Distinct on {110}, imperfect on {010}, poor on {001}
1.7 Mohs Hardness
8.58.5
Amber
2 10
1.8 Chemical Composition
BeAl 2 O 4
BeAl 2 O 4

Alexandrite and Chrysoberyl Chemical Formula

While comparing Alexandrite and Chrysoberyl 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 Chrysoberyl chemical formula.

  • Chemical formula of Alexandrite- BeAl 2 O 4
  • Chemical formula of Chrysoberyl- BeAl 2 O 4

Alexandrite and Chrysoberyl Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Alexandrite and Chrysoberyl Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Alexandrite and Chrysoberyl Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Alexandrite is 3.69-3.81 whereas that of Chrysoberyl is 3.69-3.81.