Alexandrite and Leucophanite Physical Properties

Alexandrite

Leucophanite

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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

3.69-3.81Not Available

1 7.18

1.5 Fracture

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Brittle, Metallic

1.6 Cleavage

1,1 ; 3,2.

{???} Good, {???} Good, {???} Distinct

1.7 Mohs Hardness

8.5Not Available

2 10

1.8 Chemical Composition

BeAl ₂ O ₄

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Alexandrite and Leucophanite Chemical Formula

While comparing Alexandrite and Leucophanite 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 Leucophanite chemical formula.

Chemical formula of Alexandrite- BeAl ₂ O ₄

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Alexandrite and Leucophanite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Alexandrite and Leucophanite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Alexandrite and Leucophanite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Alexandrite is Not Available whereas that of Leucophanite is Not Available.