Alexandrite and Schorlomite Physical Properties

Alexandrite

Schorlomite

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1 Physical Properties

1.1 Tenacity

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1.2 Solubility

Not Available

1.3 Durability

Not Available

1.4 Specific Gravity

3.69-3.813.77-3.93

1 7.18

1.5 Fracture

Not Available

Gems, Conchoidal, Brittle

1.6 Cleavage

1,1 ; 3,2.

None

1.7 Mohs Hardness

8.57-7.5

2 10

1.8 Chemical Composition

BeAl ₂ O ₄

Ca 3Ti4+2(Fe3+2Si)O 12Michael OâDonoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references

Alexandrite and Schorlomite Chemical Formula

While comparing Alexandrite and Schorlomite 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 Schorlomite chemical formula.

Chemical formula of Alexandrite- BeAl ₂ O ₄
Chemical formula of Schorlomite- Ca 3Ti4+2(Fe3+2Si)O 12Michael OâDonoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references

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Alexandrite and Schorlomite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Alexandrite and Schorlomite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Alexandrite and Schorlomite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Alexandrite is 3.77-3.93 whereas that of Schorlomite is 3.77-3.93.