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Alexandrite and Ulexite Physical Properties


Ulexite and Alexandrite Physical Properties


Physical Properties

Tenacity
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Solubility
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Durability
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Not Available   

Specific Gravity
3.69-3.81   
1.65-1.99   

Fracture
Not Available   
UnevenAnthony et al, Uneven, UnevenAnthony et al, Uneven, Brittle, Metallic   

Cleavage
1,1 ; 3,2.   
{010} Perfect, {110} Perfect   

Mohs Hardness
8.5   
2-2.5   

Chemical Composition
BeAl 2 O 4   
NaCaB 5O 6(OH) 6 · 5H 2OMichael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)   

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Alexandrite and Ulexite Chemical Formula

While comparing Alexandrite and Ulexite 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 Ulexite chemical formula.

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Alexandrite and Ulexite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Alexandrite and Ulexite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Alexandrite and Ulexite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Alexandrite is 1.65-1.99 whereas that of Ulexite is 1.65-1.99.

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