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Alexandrite and Scorzalite 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
3.31
1.5 Fracture
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Uneven
1.6 Cleavage
1,1 ; 3,2.
{110} Good
1.7 Mohs Hardness
8.5
5.5-6
1.8 Chemical Composition
BeAl 2 O 4
(Fe2+ ,Mg)Al 2(PO 4) 2(OH) 2Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)

Alexandrite and Scorzalite Chemical Formula

While comparing Alexandrite and Scorzalite 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 Scorzalite chemical formula.

  • Chemical formula of Alexandrite- BeAl 2 O 4
  • Chemical formula of Scorzalite- (Fe2+ ,Mg)Al 2(PO 4) 2(OH) 2Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)

Alexandrite and Scorzalite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Alexandrite and Scorzalite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Alexandrite and Scorzalite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Alexandrite is 3.31 whereas that of Scorzalite is 3.31.

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