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Alexandrite and Chrysoprase Physical Properties


Chrysoprase and Alexandrite Physical Properties


Physical Properties

Tenacity
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Solubility
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Durability
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Specific Gravity
3.69-3.81   
2.58-2.64   

Fracture
Not Available   
Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)   

Cleavage
1,1 ; 3,2.   
None   

Mohs Hardness
8.5   
6.5-7   

Chemical Composition
BeAl 2 O 4   
SiO2 (with a high level of nickel impurities )   

Optical Properties >>
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Alexandrite and Chrysoprase Chemical Formula

While comparing Alexandrite and Chrysoprase 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 Chrysoprase chemical formula.

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Alexandrite and Chrysoprase Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Alexandrite and Chrysoprase Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Alexandrite and Chrysoprase Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Alexandrite is 2.58-2.64 whereas that of Chrysoprase is 2.58-2.64.

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