Achroite and Diaspore Physical Properties

Achroite

Diaspore

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Physical Properties

Tenacity

Very brittle

Solubility

insoluble

Durability

Specific Gravity

2.90-3.403.30-3.40

1 7.18

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Fracture

Uneven, ConchoidalWalter Schumann

Conchoidal

Cleavage

Indiscernible

{010} perfect, {110} distinct, {100} in traces

Mohs Hardness

7-7.56.5-7

2 10

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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.

AlO(OH)Walter Schumann , Gemstones of the world (2001) More from other references

Achroite and Diaspore Chemical Formula

While comparing Achroite and Diaspore 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 Diaspore chemical formula.

Chemical formula of Achroite- 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.
Chemical formula of Diaspore- AlO(OH)Walter Schumann , Gemstones of the world (2001) More from other references

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Achroite and Diaspore Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Achroite and Diaspore Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Achroite and Diaspore Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Achroite is 3.30-3.40 whereas that of Diaspore is 3.30-3.40.