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Achroite and Fuchsite Physical Properties

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1 Physical Properties
1.1 Tenacity
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1.2 Solubility
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1.3 Durability
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1.4 Specific Gravity
2.90-3.40
2.77-2.88
1.5 Fracture
Uneven, Uneven, ConchoidalWalter Schumann, Gemstones of the world (2001)
Uneven
1.6 Cleavage
Not Available
Perfect basal
1.7 Mohs Hardness
7-7.5
2.5
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.
K(Al,Cr) 3Si 3O 10(OH) 2Gemdat.org , Management Team (2012)

Achroite and Fuchsite Chemical Formula

While comparing Achroite and Fuchsite 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 Fuchsite 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 Fuchsite- K(Al,Cr) 3Si 3O 10(OH) 2Gemdat.org , Management Team (2012)

Achroite and Fuchsite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Achroite and Fuchsite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Achroite and Fuchsite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Achroite is 2.77-2.88 whereas that of Fuchsite is 2.77-2.88.

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