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Achroite and Agate Opal Physical Properties


Agate Opal and Achroite Physical Properties


Physical Properties

Tenacity
-  
-  

Solubility
-  
-  

Durability
-  
-  

Specific Gravity
2.90-3.40  
1.98-2.50  

Fracture
Uneven, ConchoidalWalter Schumann  
Conchoidal  

Cleavage
Indiscernible  
None  

Mohs Hardness
7-7.5  
5.5-6.5  

Chemical Composition
Na(Li 1.5Al 1.5)Al 6(Si 6O 18)(BO 3) 3(OH) 3(OH)Gemdat.org , Management Team (2012) Formula given for elbaite.  
SiO 2 · nH 2OWalter Schumann , Gemstones of the world (2001)  

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Achroite and Agate Opal Chemical Formula

While comparing Achroite and Agate Opal 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 Achroite and Agate Opal chemical formula.

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Achroite and Agate Opal Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Achroite and Agate Opal Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Achroite and Agate Opal Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Achroite is 1.98-2.50 whereas that of Agate Opal is 1.98-2.50.

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