Fluorite and Alexandrite Physical Properties

Fluorite and Alexandrite Chemical Formula

While comparing Fluorite 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 Fluorite and Alexandrite chemical formula.

• Chemical formula of Fluorite- CaF₂
• Chemical formula of Alexandrite- BeAl ₂ O ₄

Fluorite and Alexandrite Specific Gravity

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