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Alexandrite and Langbeinite Physical Properties


Langbeinite and Alexandrite Physical Properties


Physical Properties

Tenacity
-  
Brittle  

Solubility
-  
Slowly dissolves in water  

Durability
-  
-  

Specific Gravity
3.69-3.81  
-9999  

Fracture
-  
Conchoidal  

Cleavage
1,1 ; 3,2.  
None  

Mohs Hardness
8.5  
3.5-4  

Chemical Composition
BeAl 2 O 4  
K2Mg2(SO4)3  

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Alexandrite and Langbeinite Chemical Formula

While comparing Alexandrite and Langbeinite 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 Langbeinite chemical formula.

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Alexandrite and Langbeinite Specific Gravity

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

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