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Povondraite and Alexandrite Physical Properties

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
3.263.69-3.81
Amber
1 7.18
1.5 Fracture
Uneven, Uneven, ConchoidalAnthony et al, Handbook of mineralogy (2001)
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1.6 Cleavage
None
1,1 ; 3,2.
1.7 Mohs Hardness
Not Available8.5
Amber
2 10
1.8 Chemical Composition
NaFe3+3Fe3+6(BO 3) 3Si 6O 18(O,OH) 4Anthony et al , Handbook of Mineralogy (2001)
BeAl 2 O 4

Povondraite and Alexandrite Chemical Formula

While comparing Povondraite 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 Povondraite and Alexandrite chemical formula.

  • Chemical formula of Povondraite- NaFe3+3Fe3+6(BO 3) 3Si 6O 18(O,OH) 4Anthony et al , Handbook of Mineralogy (2001)
  • Chemical formula of Alexandrite- BeAl 2 O 4

Povondraite and Alexandrite Specific Gravity

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