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Achroite and Gypsum Physical Properties

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1 Physical Properties
1.1 Tenacity
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Flexible
1.2 Solubility
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Soluble
1.3 Durability
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Not Available
1.4 Specific Gravity
2.90-3.40
2.20-2.40
1.5 Fracture
Uneven, Uneven, ConchoidalWalter Schumann, Gemstones of the world (2001)
Conchoidal, Splintery, Fibrous, UnevenArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009)
1.6 Cleavage
Not Available
Perfect on {010}, distinct on {100}
1.7 Mohs Hardness
7-7.5
2
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.
CaSO 4 -2(H 2O)Arthur Thomas , Gemstones (2009)

Achroite and Gypsum Chemical Formula

While comparing Achroite and Gypsum 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 Gypsum 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 Gypsum- CaSO 4 -2(H 2O)Arthur Thomas , Gemstones (2009)

Achroite and Gypsum Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Achroite and Gypsum Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Achroite and Gypsum Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Achroite is 2.20-2.40 whereas that of Gypsum is 2.20-2.40.

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