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Achroite and Chrome-Chalcedony Physical Properties


Chrome-Chalcedony and Achroite Physical Properties


Physical Properties

Tenacity
-  
-  

Solubility
-  
-  

Durability
-  
-  

Specific Gravity
2.90-3.40  
2.55-2.70  

Fracture
Uneven, ConchoidalWalter Schumann  
-  

Cleavage
Indiscernible  
None  

Mohs Hardness
7-7.5  
6.5-7  

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.  
SiO 2 (with trace Cr minerals) Gemdat.org , Management Team (2012)  

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Achroite and Chrome-Chalcedony Chemical Formula

While comparing Achroite and Chrome-Chalcedony 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 Chrome-Chalcedony chemical formula.

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Achroite and Chrome-Chalcedony Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Achroite and Chrome-Chalcedony Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Achroite and Chrome-Chalcedony Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Achroite is 2.55-2.70 whereas that of Chrome-Chalcedony is 2.55-2.70.

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