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Larvikite and Alexandrite Physical Properties


Alexandrite and Larvikite Physical Properties


Physical Properties

Tenacity
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Solubility
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Durability
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Specific Gravity
2.59   
3.69-3.81   

Fracture
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Cleavage
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1,1 ; 3,2.   

Mohs Hardness
6-6.5   
8.5   

Chemical Composition
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BeAl 2 O 4   

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Larvikite and Alexandrite Chemical Formula

While comparing Larvikite 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 Larvikite and Alexandrite chemical formula.

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Larvikite and Alexandrite Specific Gravity

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

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