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Alexandrite and Tinzenite Physical Properties


Tinzenite and Alexandrite Physical Properties


Physical Properties

Tenacity
Not Available   
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Solubility
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Durability
Not Available   
Not Available   

Specific Gravity
3.69-3.81   
3.355-3.433   

Fracture
Not Available   
Uneven, Uneven, ConchoidalAnthony et al, Handbook of mineralogy (2001)   

Cleavage
1,1 ; 3,2.   
{???} Good, {???} Good   

Mohs Hardness
8.5   
Not Available   

Chemical Composition
BeAl 2 O 4   
(Ca,Mn2+ ,Fe2+ ) 3Al 2BSi 4O 15(OH)Anthony et al , Handbook of mineralogy (2001)   

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Alexandrite and Tinzenite Chemical Formula

While comparing Alexandrite and Tinzenite 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 Tinzenite chemical formula.

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Alexandrite and Tinzenite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Alexandrite and Tinzenite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Alexandrite and Tinzenite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Alexandrite is 3.355-3.433 whereas that of Tinzenite is 3.355-3.433.

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