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Achroite and Amethyst Physical Properties


Amethyst and Achroite Physical Properties


Physical Properties

Tenacity
-  
-  

Solubility
-  
insoluble in common solvents  

Durability
-  
-  

Specific Gravity
2.90-3.40  
2.65  

Fracture
Uneven, ConchoidalWalter Schumann  
Conchoidal, ConchoidalWalter Schumann  

Cleavage
Indiscernible  
Indiscernible  

Mohs Hardness
7-7.5  
7  

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.  
SiO2  

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Achroite and Amethyst Chemical Formula

While comparing Achroite and Amethyst 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 Amethyst chemical formula.

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Achroite and Amethyst Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Achroite and Amethyst Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Achroite and Amethyst Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Achroite is 2.65 whereas that of Amethyst is 2.65.

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