Alexandrite and Jasper Physical Properties

Alexandrite

Jasper

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1 Physical Properties

1.1 Tenacity

Not Available

1.2 Solubility

Not Available

1.3 Durability

Not Available

1.4 Specific Gravity

3.69-3.81

2.58-2.91

1.5 Fracture

Not Available

Conchoidal, Conchoidal, Gemstones of the world (2001)

1.6 Cleavage

1,1 ; 3,2.

Indiscernible

1.7 Mohs Hardness

8.5

6.5-7

1.8 Chemical Composition

BeAl ₂ O ₄

SiO₂

Alexandrite and Jasper Chemical Formula

While comparing Alexandrite and Jasper 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 Jasper chemical formula.

Chemical formula of Alexandrite- BeAl ₂ O ₄
Chemical formula of Jasper- SiO₂

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Alexandrite and Jasper Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Alexandrite and Jasper Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Alexandrite and Jasper Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Alexandrite is 2.58-2.91 whereas that of Jasper is 2.58-2.91.