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Alexandrite and Ludlamite 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
3.1-3.2
1.5 Fracture
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UnevenArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009), UnevenArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009)
1.6 Cleavage
1,1 ; 3,2.
Vitreous, pearly on cleavage
1.7 Mohs Hardness
8.5
3-4
1.8 Chemical Composition
BeAl 2 O 4
(Fe2+ ,Mg,Mn2+ ) 3(PO 4) 2 · 4H 2OMichael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references

Alexandrite and Ludlamite Chemical Formula

While comparing Alexandrite and Ludlamite 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 Ludlamite chemical formula.

  • Chemical formula of Alexandrite- BeAl 2 O 4
  • Chemical formula of Ludlamite- (Fe2+ ,Mg,Mn2+ ) 3(PO 4) 2 · 4H 2OMichael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references

Alexandrite and Ludlamite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Alexandrite and Ludlamite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Alexandrite and Ludlamite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Alexandrite is 3.1-3.2 whereas that of Ludlamite is 3.1-3.2.

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