Prismatine and Alexandrite Physical Properties

Prismatine and Alexandrite Chemical Formula

While comparing Prismatine 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 Prismatine and Alexandrite chemical formula.

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• Chemical formula of Alexandrite- BeAl ₂ O ₄

Prismatine and Alexandrite Specific Gravity

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