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Alexandrite and Tugtupite Physical Properties


Tugtupite and Alexandrite Physical Properties


Physical Properties

Tenacity
Not Available   
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Solubility
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Durability
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Not Available   

Specific Gravity
3.69-3.81   
2.30-2.60   

Fracture
Not Available   
Uneven, Uneven, ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009)   

Cleavage
1,1 ; 3,2.   
{111} Imperfect   

Mohs Hardness
8.5   
5.5-6   

Chemical Composition
BeAl 2 O 4   
Na 4AlBeSi 4O 12ClMichael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references   

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Alexandrite and Tugtupite Chemical Formula

While comparing Alexandrite and Tugtupite 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 Tugtupite chemical formula.

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Alexandrite and Tugtupite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Alexandrite and Tugtupite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Alexandrite and Tugtupite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Alexandrite is 2.30-2.60 whereas that of Tugtupite is 2.30-2.60.

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