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Achroite and Hexagonite Physical Properties


Hexagonite and Achroite Physical Properties


Physical Properties

Tenacity
-  
Brittle  

Solubility
-  
-  

Durability
-  
-  

Specific Gravity
2.90-3.40  
2.98-3.03  

Fracture
Uneven, ConchoidalWalter Schumann  
Uneven  

Cleavage
Indiscernible  
[110] perfect; [010] distinct  

Mohs Hardness
7-7.5  
5-6  

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.  
Ca 2Mg 5Si 8O 22(OH) 2Ulrich Henn and Claudio C.  

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Achroite and Hexagonite Chemical Formula

While comparing Achroite and Hexagonite 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 Hexagonite chemical formula.

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Achroite and Hexagonite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Achroite and Hexagonite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Achroite and Hexagonite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Achroite is 2.98-3.03 whereas that of Hexagonite is 2.98-3.03.

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