Alexandrite and Dumortierite Physical Properties

Alexandrite

Dumortierite

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1 Physical Properties

1.1 Tenacity

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1.2 Solubility

Not Available

1.3 Durability

Not Available

1.4 Specific Gravity

3.69-3.81

3.26-3.41

1.5 Fracture

Not Available

Fibrous, ConchoidalWalter Schumann, Gemstones of the world (2001) More from other references

1.6 Cleavage

1,1 ; 3,2.

Distinct on {100}, poor on {110}; parting on {001}

1.7 Mohs Hardness

8.5

7-8.5

1.8 Chemical Composition

BeAl ₂ O ₄

AlAl₆O₃BSi₃O₁₈

Alexandrite and Dumortierite Chemical Formula

While comparing Alexandrite and Dumortierite 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 Dumortierite chemical formula.

Chemical formula of Alexandrite- BeAl ₂ O ₄
Chemical formula of Dumortierite- AlAl₆O₃BSi₃O₁₈

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Alexandrite and Dumortierite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Alexandrite and Dumortierite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Alexandrite and Dumortierite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Alexandrite is 3.26-3.41 whereas that of Dumortierite is 3.26-3.41.