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Alexandrite and Hyacinth 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
3.93-4.73
1.5 Fracture
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ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009), ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009)
1.6 Cleavage
1,1 ; 3,2.
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1.7 Mohs Hardness
8.5
6.5-7.5
1.8 Chemical Composition
BeAl 2 O 4
ZrSiO 4Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)

Alexandrite and Hyacinth Chemical Formula

While comparing Alexandrite and Hyacinth 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 Hyacinth chemical formula.

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

Alexandrite and Hyacinth Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Alexandrite and Hyacinth Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Alexandrite and Hyacinth Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Alexandrite is 3.93-4.73 whereas that of Hyacinth is 3.93-4.73.

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