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Achroite and Annabergite Physical Properties


Annabergite and Achroite Physical Properties


Physical Properties

Tenacity
-  
Sectile  

Solubility
-  
-  

Durability
-  
-  

Specific Gravity
2.90-3.40  
3.07  

Fracture
Uneven, ConchoidalWalter Schumann  
-  

Cleavage
Indiscernible  
Perfect on {010}, indistinct on {100} and {102}  

Mohs Hardness
7-7.5  
2  

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.  
Ni3(AsO4)2•8(H2O)  

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Achroite and Annabergite Chemical Formula

While comparing Achroite and Annabergite 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 Annabergite chemical formula.

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Achroite and Annabergite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Achroite and Annabergite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Achroite and Annabergite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Achroite is 3.07 whereas that of Annabergite is 3.07.

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