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Achroite and Edenite Physical Properties

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1 Physical Properties
1.1 Tenacity
Not Available
Brittle
1.2 Solubility
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1.3 Durability
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1.4 Specific Gravity
2.90-3.403.05-3.37
Amber
1 7.18
1.5 Fracture
Uneven, Uneven, ConchoidalWalter Schumann, Gemstones of the world (2001)
Conchoidal, Brittle, Conchoidal
1.6 Cleavage
Not Available
Good on (110)
1.7 Mohs Hardness
7-7.55-6
Amber
2 10
1.8 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.
NaCa2Mg5Si7AlO22(OH)2

Achroite and Edenite Chemical Formula

While comparing Achroite and Edenite 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 Edenite 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 Edenite- NaCa2Mg5Si7AlO22(OH)2

Achroite and Edenite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Achroite and Edenite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Achroite and Edenite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Achroite is 3.05-3.37 whereas that of Edenite is 3.05-3.37.