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Alexandrite and Nosean 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
2.30-2.40
1.5 Fracture
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Uneven, Uneven, ConchoidalAnthony et al, Handbook of mineralogy (2001), Conchoidal, Brittle
1.6 Cleavage
1,1 ; 3,2.
{110} Perfect
1.7 Mohs Hardness
8.5
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1.8 Chemical Composition
BeAl 2 O 4
Na 8Al 6Si 6O 24(SO 4) · H 2OAnthony et al , Handbook of Mineralogy (2001)

Alexandrite and Nosean Chemical Formula

While comparing Alexandrite and Nosean 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 Nosean chemical formula.

  • Chemical formula of Alexandrite- BeAl 2 O 4
  • Chemical formula of Nosean- Na 8Al 6Si 6O 24(SO 4) · H 2OAnthony et al , Handbook of Mineralogy (2001)

Alexandrite and Nosean Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Alexandrite and Nosean Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Alexandrite and Nosean Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Alexandrite is 2.30-2.40 whereas that of Nosean is 2.30-2.40.

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