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Chambersite and Alexandrite Physical Properties


Alexandrite and Chambersite Physical Properties


Physical Properties

Tenacity
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Solubility
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Durability
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Specific Gravity
3.50   
3.69-3.81   

Fracture
Uneven, Uneven, ConchoidalAnthony et al, Handbook of mineralogy (2001), Conchoidal, Uneven   
Not Available   

Cleavage
None   
1,1 ; 3,2.   

Mohs Hardness
7   
8.5   

Chemical Composition
Mn 3B 7O 13ClMichael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)   
BeAl 2 O 4   

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Chambersite and Alexandrite Chemical Formula

While comparing Chambersite and Alexandrite 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 Chambersite and Alexandrite chemical formula.

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Chambersite and Alexandrite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Chambersite and Alexandrite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Chambersite and Alexandrite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Chambersite is 3.69-3.81 whereas that of Alexandrite is 3.69-3.81.

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