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Alexandrite and Kyanite Physical Properties


Kyanite 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   
3.53-3.65   

Fracture
Not Available   
Splintery, Brittle, Metallic   

Cleavage
1,1 ; 3,2.   
[100] perfect [010] imperfect with 79° angle between   

Mohs Hardness
8.5   
4-7   

Chemical Composition
BeAl 2 O 4   
Not Available   

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Alexandrite and Kyanite Chemical Formula

While comparing Alexandrite and Kyanite 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 Kyanite chemical formula.

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Alexandrite and Kyanite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Alexandrite and Kyanite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Alexandrite and Kyanite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Alexandrite is 3.53-3.65 whereas that of Kyanite is 3.53-3.65.

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