Alexandrite and Hauyne Physical Properties
Tenacity
Not Available
  
Brittle
  
Solubility
Not Available
  
Gelatinises in acids
  
Durability
Not Available
  
Not Available
  
Specific Gravity
3.69-3.81
  
2.4-2.5
  
Fracture
Not Available
  
Uneven, Conchoidal, Brittle
  
Cleavage
1,1 ; 3,2.
  
Distinct on {110}
  
Mohs Hardness
8.5
  
5-6
  
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.