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Alexandrite and Hurlbutite Physical Properties

1 Physical Properties
1.1 Tenacity
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1.2 Solubility
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1.3 Durability
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1.4 Specific Gravity
3.69-3.81
2.90
1.5 Fracture
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ConchoidalAnthony et al, Handbook of mineralogy (2001), ConchoidalAnthony et al, Handbook of mineralogy (2001), Brittle, Conchoidal
1.6 Cleavage
1,1 ; 3,2.
None
1.7 Mohs Hardness
8.5
6
1.8 Chemical Composition
BeAl 2 O 4
CaBe 2(PO 4) 2Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)

Alexandrite and Hurlbutite Chemical Formula

While comparing Alexandrite and Hurlbutite 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 Hurlbutite chemical formula.

  • Chemical formula of Alexandrite- BeAl 2 O 4
  • Chemical formula of Hurlbutite- CaBe 2(PO 4) 2Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)

Alexandrite and Hurlbutite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Alexandrite and Hurlbutite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Alexandrite and Hurlbutite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Alexandrite is 2.90 whereas that of Hurlbutite is 2.90.

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