Alexandrite and Tinaksite Physical Properties

Alexandrite and Tinaksite Chemical Formula

While comparing Alexandrite and Tinaksite 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 Tinaksite chemical formula.

• Chemical formula of Alexandrite- BeAl ₂ O ₄
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Alexandrite and Tinaksite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Alexandrite and Tinaksite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Alexandrite and Tinaksite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Alexandrite is 2.82 whereas that of Tinaksite is 2.82.