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Achroite and Jadeite Physical Properties


Jadeite and Achroite Physical Properties


Physical Properties

Tenacity
-  
-  

Solubility
-  
-  

Durability
-  
-  

Specific Gravity
2.90-3.40  
3.28-3.38  

Fracture
Uneven, ConchoidalWalter Schumann  
Splintery, Fibrous  

Cleavage
Indiscernible  
Good on [110]  

Mohs Hardness
7-7.5  
6.5-7  

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.  
NaAlSi 2O 6Ulrich Henn and Claudio C.  

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Achroite and Jadeite Chemical Formula

While comparing Achroite and Jadeite 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 Jadeite chemical formula.

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Achroite and Jadeite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Achroite and Jadeite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Achroite and Jadeite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Achroite is 3.28-3.38 whereas that of Jadeite is 3.28-3.38.

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