Achroite and Iolite Physical Properties

Achroite

Iolite

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1 Physical Properties

1.1 Tenacity

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1.2 Solubility

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1.3 Durability

Not Available

1.4 Specific Gravity

2.90-3.402.6-2.7

1 7.18

1.5 Fracture

Uneven, Uneven, ConchoidalWalter Schumann, Gemstones of the world (2001)

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1.6 Cleavage

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3,1

1.7 Mohs Hardness

7-7.57-7.5

2 10

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.

Mg₂Al₄Si₅O₁₈

Achroite and Iolite Chemical Formula

While comparing Achroite and Iolite 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 Iolite 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 Iolite- Mg₂Al₄Si₅O₁₈

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Achroite and Iolite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Achroite and Iolite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Achroite and Iolite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Achroite is 2.6-2.7 whereas that of Iolite is 2.6-2.7.