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Achroite and Apophyllite Physical Properties


Apophyllite and Achroite Physical Properties


Physical Properties

Tenacity
-  
-  

Solubility
-  
-  

Durability
-  
-  

Specific Gravity
2.90-3.40  
2.30-2.50  

Fracture
Uneven, ConchoidalWalter Schumann  
Uneven  

Cleavage
Indiscernible  
Perfect on (001)  

Mohs Hardness
7-7.5  
4.5-5  

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.  
KCa 4Si 8O 20(F,OH) · 8H 2OUlrich Henn and Claudio C.  

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Achroite and Apophyllite Chemical Formula

While comparing Achroite and Apophyllite 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 Apophyllite chemical formula.

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Achroite and Apophyllite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Achroite and Apophyllite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Achroite and Apophyllite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Achroite is 2.30-2.50 whereas that of Apophyllite is 2.30-2.50.

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