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Achroite and Clinohedrite Physical Properties


Clinohedrite and Achroite Physical Properties


Physical Properties

Tenacity
Not Available   
Not Available   

Solubility
Not Available   
Not Available   

Durability
Not Available   
Not Available   

Specific Gravity
2.90-3.40   
3.28-3.335   

Fracture
Uneven, Uneven, ConchoidalWalter Schumann, Gemstones of the world (2001)   
Brittle, Metallic, Brittle, Metallic   

Cleavage
Not Available   
{010} Perfect   

Mohs Hardness
7-7.5   
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.   
CaZnSiO 4 · H 2OAnthony et al , Handbook of mineralogy (2001)   

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Achroite and Clinohedrite Chemical Formula

While comparing Achroite and Clinohedrite 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 Clinohedrite chemical formula.

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Achroite and Clinohedrite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Achroite and Clinohedrite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Achroite and Clinohedrite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Achroite is 3.28-3.335 whereas that of Clinohedrite is 3.28-3.335.

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