Elaeolite and Alexandrite Physical Properties

Elaeolite and Alexandrite Chemical Formula

While comparing Elaeolite 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 Elaeolite and Alexandrite chemical formula.

• Chemical formula of Elaeolite- Na, K, Ca, H, O, Si, Al
• Chemical formula of Alexandrite- BeAl ₂ O ₄

Elaeolite and Alexandrite Specific Gravity

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