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Alexandrite and Hexagonite Physical Properties


Hexagonite and Alexandrite Physical Properties


Physical Properties

Tenacity
Not Available   
Brittle   

Solubility
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Not Available   

Durability
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Not Available   

Specific Gravity
3.69-3.81   
2.98-3.03   

Fracture
Not Available   
Uneven   

Cleavage
1,1 ; 3,2.   
[110] perfect; [010] distinct   

Mohs Hardness
8.5   
5-6   

Chemical Composition
BeAl 2 O 4   
Ca 2Mg 5Si 8O 22(OH) 2Ulrich Henn and Claudio C.   

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Alexandrite and Hexagonite Chemical Formula

While comparing Alexandrite and Hexagonite 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 Hexagonite chemical formula.

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Alexandrite and Hexagonite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Alexandrite and Hexagonite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Alexandrite and Hexagonite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Alexandrite is 2.98-3.03 whereas that of Hexagonite is 2.98-3.03.

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