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Alexandrite and Zincite Physical Properties

Physical Properties

Tenacity

Solubility

Durability

Specific Gravity

Fracture

Cleavage

Mohs Hardness

Chemical Composition

 
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3.69-3.81
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1,1 ; 3,2.
8.5
BeAl 2 O 4
 
Brittle
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5.50-5.90
Conchoidal
On {10 1 0}, perfect; parting on {000 1 }
4
(Zn,Mn2+ )OMichael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)

Alexandrite and Zincite Chemical Formula

While comparing Alexandrite and Zincite 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 Zincite chemical formula.

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Alexandrite and Zincite Specific Gravity

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