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Danburite and Alexandrite Physical Properties

1 Physical Properties
1.1 Tenacity
Brittle
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1.2 Solubility
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1.3 Durability
Not Available
Not Available
1.4 Specific Gravity
2.97-3.03
3.69-3.81
1.5 Fracture
Uneven, Uneven, ConchoidalWalter Schumann, Gemstones of the world (2001) More from other references, Conchoidal, Brittle
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1.6 Cleavage
{001} Poor
1,1 ; 3,2.
1.7 Mohs Hardness
7
8.5
1.8 Chemical Composition
CaB 2(SiO 4) 2Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references
BeAl 2 O 4

Danburite and Alexandrite Chemical Formula

While comparing Danburite 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 Danburite and Alexandrite chemical formula.

  • Chemical formula of Danburite- CaB 2(SiO 4) 2Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references
  • Chemical formula of Alexandrite- BeAl 2 O 4

Danburite and Alexandrite Specific Gravity

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

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