Alexandrite and Nickeline Physical Properties

Alexandrite

Nickeline

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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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1.4 Specific Gravity

3.69-3.81

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1.5 Fracture

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Conchoidal, Uneven

1.6 Cleavage

1,1 ; 3,2.

{1010} Imperfect, {0001} Imperfect

1.7 Mohs Hardness

8.5

5-5.5

1.8 Chemical Composition

BeAl ₂ O ₄

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Alexandrite and Nickeline Chemical Formula

While comparing Alexandrite and Nickeline 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 Nickeline chemical formula.

Chemical formula of Alexandrite- BeAl ₂ O ₄

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Alexandrite and Nickeline Specific Gravity

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