Scorodite and Alexandrite Physical Properties

Scorodite

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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

Not Available3.69-3.81

1 7.18

1.5 Fracture

Sub-Conchoidal, Splintery

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1.6 Cleavage

{201} Imperfect, {100} Poor, {001} Poor

1,1 ; 3,2.

1.7 Mohs Hardness

3.5-48.5

2 10

1.8 Chemical Composition

Not Available

BeAl ₂ O ₄

Scorodite and Alexandrite Chemical Formula

While comparing Scorodite 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 Scorodite and Alexandrite chemical formula.

Chemical formula of Alexandrite- BeAl ₂ O ₄

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Scorodite and Alexandrite Specific Gravity

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