Home
×

Alexandrite
Alexandrite

Hauyne
Hauyne



ADD
Compare
X
Alexandrite
X
Hauyne

Alexandrite and Hauyne Physical Properties

1 Physical Properties
1.1 Tenacity
Not Available
Brittle
1.2 Solubility
Not Available
Gelatinises in acids
1.3 Durability
Not Available
Not Available
1.4 Specific Gravity
3.69-3.81
2.4-2.5
1.5 Fracture
Not Available
Uneven, Conchoidal, Brittle
1.6 Cleavage
1,1 ; 3,2.
Distinct on {110}
1.7 Mohs Hardness
8.5
5-6
1.8 Chemical Composition
BeAl 2 O 4
(Na,Ca)4-8Al6Si6(O,S)24(SO4,Cl)1-2

Alexandrite and Hauyne Chemical Formula

While comparing Alexandrite and Hauyne 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 Hauyne chemical formula.

  • Chemical formula of Alexandrite- BeAl 2 O 4
  • Chemical formula of Hauyne- (Na,Ca)4-8Al6Si6(O,S)24(SO4,Cl)1-2

Alexandrite and Hauyne Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Alexandrite and Hauyne Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Alexandrite and Hauyne Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Alexandrite is 2.4-2.5 whereas that of Hauyne is 2.4-2.5.

Let Others Know
×