Achroite and Eosphorite Physical Properties
Specific Gravity
2.90-3.40
3.05-3.08
Fracture
Uneven, ConchoidalWalter Schumann
Subconchoidal, Uneven, Conchoidal
Cleavage
Indiscernible
Poor on {100}
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.
Mn2+ Al(PO 4)(OH) 2H 2OMichael OâDonoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)
Achroite and Eosphorite Chemical Formula
While comparing Achroite and Eosphorite 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 Eosphorite 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 Eosphorite- Mn2+ Al(PO 4)(OH) 2H 2OMichael OâDonoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)
Achroite and Eosphorite Specific Gravity
Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Achroite and Eosphorite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Achroite and Eosphorite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Achroite is 3.05-3.08 whereas that of Eosphorite is 3.05-3.08.