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Alexandrite and Sylvite Physical Properties


Sylvite and Alexandrite Physical Properties


Physical Properties

Tenacity
Not Available   
Brittle   

Solubility
Not Available   
Soluble   

Durability
Not Available   
Not Available   

Specific Gravity
3.69-3.81   
1.993   

Fracture
Not Available   
Uneven, Brittle   

Cleavage
1,1 ; 3,2.   
Perfect on [100], [010], [001]   

Mohs Hardness
8.5   
2.5   

Chemical Composition
BeAl 2 O 4   
Not Available   

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Alexandrite and Sylvite Chemical Formula

While comparing Alexandrite and Sylvite 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 Sylvite chemical formula.

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Alexandrite and Sylvite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Alexandrite and Sylvite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Alexandrite and Sylvite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Alexandrite is 1.993 whereas that of Sylvite is 1.993.

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