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Achroite and Erythrite Physical Properties


Erythrite and Achroite Physical Properties


Physical Properties

Tenacity
-  
Sectile  

Solubility
-  
-  

Durability
-  
-  

Specific Gravity
2.90-3.40  
3.06  

Fracture
Uneven, ConchoidalWalter Schumann  
Sectile  

Cleavage
Indiscernible  
Perfect on {010}; poor on {100} and { 1 02}.  

Mohs Hardness
7-7.5  
-9999  

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.  
Co3(AsO4)2•8(H2O)  

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Achroite and Erythrite Chemical Formula

While comparing Achroite and Erythrite 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 Erythrite chemical formula.

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Achroite and Erythrite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Achroite and Erythrite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Achroite and Erythrite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Achroite is 3.06 whereas that of Erythrite is 3.06.

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