Piemontite and Alexandrite Physical Properties

Piemontite

Alexandrite

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1 Physical Properties

1.1 Tenacity

Brittle

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1.2 Solubility

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1.3 Durability

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1.4 Specific Gravity

Not Available3.69-3.81

1 7.18

1.5 Fracture

Uneven, Splintery

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1.6 Cleavage

[001] good, [100] distinct

1,1 ; 3,2.

1.7 Mohs Hardness

6-6.58.5

2 10

1.8 Chemical Composition

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BeAl ₂ O ₄

Piemontite and Alexandrite Chemical Formula

While comparing Piemontite 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 Piemontite and Alexandrite chemical formula.

Chemical formula of Alexandrite- BeAl ₂ O ₄

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Piemontite and Alexandrite Specific Gravity

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