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Alexandrite and Pyrargyrite 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
5.85
1.5 Fracture
Not Available
Conchoidal, Uneven, ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Brittle
1.6 Cleavage
1,1 ; 3,2.
Distinct on {10 1 1}, imperfect on {01 1 2}
1.7 Mohs Hardness
8.5
2.5-3
1.8 Chemical Composition
BeAl 2 O 4
Ag 3SbS 3Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references

Alexandrite and Pyrargyrite Chemical Formula

While comparing Alexandrite and Pyrargyrite 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 Pyrargyrite chemical formula.

  • Chemical formula of Alexandrite- BeAl 2 O 4
  • Chemical formula of Pyrargyrite- Ag 3SbS 3Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references

Alexandrite and Pyrargyrite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Alexandrite and Pyrargyrite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Alexandrite and Pyrargyrite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Alexandrite is 5.85 whereas that of Pyrargyrite is 5.85.

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