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Achroite and Emerald Physical Properties


Emerald and Achroite Physical Properties


Physical Properties

Tenacity
-  
-  

Solubility
-  
-  

Durability
-  
Hard  

Specific Gravity
2.90-3.40  
2.67-2.78  

Fracture
Uneven, ConchoidalWalter Schumann  
Uneven, ConchoidalWalter Schumann  

Cleavage
Indiscernible  
Imperfect on the [0001]  

Mohs Hardness
7-7.5  
7.5-8  

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.  
Be3Al2SiO6  

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Achroite and Emerald Chemical Formula

While comparing Achroite and Emerald 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 Emerald chemical formula.

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Achroite and Emerald Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Achroite and Emerald Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Achroite and Emerald Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Achroite is 2.67-2.78 whereas that of Emerald is 2.67-2.78.

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