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Jasper and Alexandrite Physical Properties


Alexandrite and Jasper Physical Properties


Physical Properties

Tenacity
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Solubility
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Durability
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Specific Gravity
2.58-2.91   
3.69-3.81   

Fracture
Conchoidal, Conchoidal, Gemstones of the world (2001)   
Not Available   

Cleavage
Indiscernible   
1,1 ; 3,2.   

Mohs Hardness
6.5-7   
8.5   

Chemical Composition
SiO2   
BeAl 2 O 4   

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Jasper and Alexandrite Chemical Formula

While comparing Jasper 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 Jasper and Alexandrite chemical formula.

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Jasper and Alexandrite Specific Gravity

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

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