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Alexandrite and Ettringite Physical Properties


Ettringite and Alexandrite Physical Properties


Physical Properties

Tenacity
Not Available   
Not Available   

Solubility
Not Available   
Partially soluble in water   

Durability
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Not Available   

Specific Gravity
3.69-3.81   
1.77   

Fracture
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Not Available   

Cleavage
1,1 ; 3,2.   
Perfect on {10 1 0}   

Mohs Hardness
8.5   
2-2.5   

Chemical Composition
BeAl 2 O 4   
Ca 6Al 2(SO 4) 3(OH) 12 26H 2OMichael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)   

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Alexandrite and Ettringite Chemical Formula

While comparing Alexandrite and Ettringite 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 Ettringite chemical formula.

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Alexandrite and Ettringite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Alexandrite and Ettringite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Alexandrite and Ettringite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Alexandrite is 1.77 whereas that of Ettringite is 1.77.

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