Alexandrite and Zinnwaldite Physical Properties

Alexandrite

Zinnwaldite

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1 Physical Properties

1.1 Tenacity

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Elastic

1.2 Solubility

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1.3 Durability

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1.4 Specific Gravity

3.69-3.812.9-3.1

1 7.18

1.5 Fracture

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Uneven

1.6 Cleavage

1,1 ; 3,2.

Perfect basal {001}

1.7 Mohs Hardness

8.53.5-4.0

2 10

1.8 Chemical Composition

BeAl ₂ O ₄

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Alexandrite and Zinnwaldite Chemical Formula

While comparing Alexandrite and Zinnwaldite 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 Zinnwaldite chemical formula.

Chemical formula of Alexandrite- BeAl ₂ O ₄

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Alexandrite and Zinnwaldite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Alexandrite and Zinnwaldite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Alexandrite and Zinnwaldite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Alexandrite is 2.9-3.1 whereas that of Zinnwaldite is 2.9-3.1.