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Alexandrite and Corundum Physical Properties


Corundum and Alexandrite Physical Properties


Physical Properties

Tenacity
Not Available   
Brittle   

Solubility
Not Available   
insoluble   

Durability
Not Available   
Not Available   

Specific Gravity
3.69-3.81   
3.90-4.05   

Fracture
Not Available   
Uneven, Uneven, Gems, Difficult, Fibrous   

Cleavage
1,1 ; 3,2.   
None – parting in 3 directions   

Mohs Hardness
8.5   
9   

Chemical Composition
BeAl 2 O 4   
Al 2O 3Arthur Thomas , Gemstones (2009)   

Optical Properties >>
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Alexandrite and Corundum Chemical Formula

While comparing Alexandrite and Corundum 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 Corundum chemical formula.

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Alexandrite and Corundum Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Alexandrite and Corundum Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Alexandrite and Corundum Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Alexandrite is 3.90-4.05 whereas that of Corundum is 3.90-4.05.

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