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Alexandrite and Tsavorite Physical Properties


Tsavorite and Alexandrite Physical Properties


Physical Properties

Tenacity
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Solubility
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Durability
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Specific Gravity
3.69-3.81   
3.55-3.73   

Fracture
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Cleavage
1,1 ; 3,2.   
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Mohs Hardness
8.5   
7-7.5   

Chemical Composition
BeAl 2 O 4   
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Alexandrite and Tsavorite Chemical Formula

While comparing Alexandrite and Tsavorite 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 Tsavorite chemical formula.

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Alexandrite and Tsavorite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Alexandrite and Tsavorite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Alexandrite and Tsavorite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Alexandrite is 3.55-3.73 whereas that of Tsavorite is 3.55-3.73.

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