Nepouite and Alexandrite Physical Properties

Nepouite

Alexandrite

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1 Physical Properties

1.1 Tenacity

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1.2 Solubility

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1.3 Durability

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1.4 Specific Gravity

3.18-3.243.69-3.81

1 7.18

1.5 Fracture

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1.6 Cleavage

perfect on {001}

1,1 ; 3,2.

1.7 Mohs Hardness

28.5

2 10

1.8 Chemical Composition

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BeAl ₂ O ₄

Nepouite and Alexandrite Chemical Formula

While comparing Nepouite 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 Nepouite and Alexandrite chemical formula.

Chemical formula of Alexandrite- BeAl ₂ O ₄

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Nepouite and Alexandrite Specific Gravity

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