Pearl and Alexandrite Physical Properties

Pearl

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

2.60-2.85

3.69-3.81

1.5 Fracture

Gemstones of the world (2001), UnevenWalter Schumann, Gemstones of the world (2001)

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1.6 Cleavage

none

1,1 ; 3,2.

1.7 Mohs Hardness

2.5-4.5

8.5

1.8 Chemical Composition

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BeAl ₂ O ₄

Pearl and Alexandrite Chemical Formula

While comparing Pearl 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 Pearl and Alexandrite chemical formula.

Chemical formula of Alexandrite- BeAl ₂ O ₄

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Pearl and Alexandrite Specific Gravity

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