Alexandrite and Rhodochrosite Physical Properties

Alexandrite

Rhodochrosite

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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

Not Available

1.4 Specific Gravity

3.69-3.81

3.0-3.3

1.5 Fracture

Not Available

Uneven, Conchoidal, Conchoidal to uneven, Brittle

1.6 Cleavage

1,1 ; 3,2.

On {10 1 1} perfect; parting on {10 1 2}

1.7 Mohs Hardness

8.5

3.5-4

1.8 Chemical Composition

BeAl ₂ O ₄

MnCO₃

Alexandrite and Rhodochrosite Chemical Formula

While comparing Alexandrite and Rhodochrosite 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 Rhodochrosite chemical formula.

Chemical formula of Alexandrite- BeAl ₂ O ₄
Chemical formula of Rhodochrosite- MnCO₃

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Alexandrite and Rhodochrosite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Alexandrite and Rhodochrosite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Alexandrite and Rhodochrosite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Alexandrite is 3.0-3.3 whereas that of Rhodochrosite is 3.0-3.3.