Alexandrite and Scorodite Physical Properties

Alexandrite

Scorodite

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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

3.69-3.81Not Available

1 7.18

1.5 Fracture

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Sub-Conchoidal, Splintery

1.6 Cleavage

1,1 ; 3,2.

{201} Imperfect, {100} Poor, {001} Poor

1.7 Mohs Hardness

8.53.5-4

2 10

1.8 Chemical Composition

BeAl ₂ O ₄

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Alexandrite and Scorodite Chemical Formula

While comparing Alexandrite and Scorodite 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 Scorodite chemical formula.

Chemical formula of Alexandrite- BeAl ₂ O ₄

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Alexandrite and Scorodite Specific Gravity

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