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Alexandrite and Gaspeite Physical Properties


Gaspeite and Alexandrite Physical Properties


Physical Properties

Tenacity
Not Available   
Not Available   

Solubility
Not Available   
HCl soluble   

Durability
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Not Available   

Specific Gravity
3.69-3.81   
3.71   

Fracture
Not Available   
Uneven   

Cleavage
1,1 ; 3,2.   
{10 1 1} Good   

Mohs Hardness
8.5   
4.5-5   

Chemical Composition
BeAl 2 O 4   
(Ni,Mg,Fe++)CO3   

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Alexandrite and Gaspeite Chemical Formula

While comparing Alexandrite and Gaspeite 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 Gaspeite chemical formula.

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Alexandrite and Gaspeite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Alexandrite and Gaspeite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Alexandrite and Gaspeite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Alexandrite is 3.71 whereas that of Gaspeite is 3.71.

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