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Alexandrite and Marialite Physical Properties

1 Physical Properties
1.1 Tenacity
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Brittle
1.2 Solubility
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1.3 Durability
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Not Available
1.4 Specific Gravity
3.69-3.81
2.50
1.5 Fracture
Not Available
Uneven, Uneven, ConchoidalAnthony et al, Handbook of mineralogy (2001), Brittle, Conchoidal
1.6 Cleavage
1,1 ; 3,2.
Distinct on {100} and {110}
1.7 Mohs Hardness
8.5
5.5-6
1.8 Chemical Composition
BeAl 2 O 4
3NaAlSi 3O 8 · NaClAnthony et al , Handbook of mineralogy (2001)

Alexandrite and Marialite Chemical Formula

While comparing Alexandrite and Marialite 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 Marialite chemical formula.

  • Chemical formula of Alexandrite- BeAl 2 O 4
  • Chemical formula of Marialite- 3NaAlSi 3O 8 · NaClAnthony et al , Handbook of mineralogy (2001)

Alexandrite and Marialite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Alexandrite and Marialite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Alexandrite and Marialite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Alexandrite is 2.50 whereas that of Marialite is 2.50.

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