Goldstone and Alexandrite Physical Properties

Goldstone

Alexandrite

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1 Physical Properties

1.1 Tenacity

Not Available

1.2 Solubility

Not Available

1.3 Durability

Not Available

1.4 Specific Gravity

2.50-2.80

3.69-3.81

1.5 Fracture

torn surfaces, (e.g. fractured metals).

Not Available

1.6 Cleavage

None

1,1 ; 3,2.

1.7 Mohs Hardness

8.5

1.8 Chemical Composition

BeAl ₂ O ₄

Goldstone and Alexandrite Chemical Formula

While comparing Goldstone 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 Goldstone and Alexandrite chemical formula.

Chemical formula of Goldstone- Au
Chemical formula of Alexandrite- BeAl ₂ O ₄

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Goldstone and Alexandrite Specific Gravity

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