Alexandrite and Zoisite Physical Properties

Alexandrite

Zoisite

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1 Physical Properties

1.1 Tenacity

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1.2 Solubility

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1.3 Durability

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1.4 Specific Gravity

3.69-3.81

3.20-3.50

1.5 Fracture

Not Available

Uneven, Conchoidal, ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009), Even

1.6 Cleavage

1,1 ; 3,2.

Perfect {010} imperfect {100}

1.7 Mohs Hardness

8.5

6-7

1.8 Chemical Composition

BeAl ₂ O ₄

Ca₂Al₃(SiO₄)₃(OH)

Alexandrite and Zoisite Chemical Formula

While comparing Alexandrite and Zoisite 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 Zoisite chemical formula.

Chemical formula of Alexandrite- BeAl ₂ O ₄
Chemical formula of Zoisite- Ca₂Al₃(SiO₄)₃(OH)

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Alexandrite and Zoisite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Alexandrite and Zoisite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Alexandrite and Zoisite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Alexandrite is 3.20-3.50 whereas that of Zoisite is 3.20-3.50.