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Achroite and Jet Physical Properties


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Jet and Achroite Physical Properties


Physical Properties

Tenacity
-  
-  

Solubility
-  
-  

Durability
-  
-  

Specific Gravity
2.90-3.40  
1.19-1.35  

Fracture
Uneven, ConchoidalWalter Schumann  
ConchoidalWalter Schumann  

Cleavage
Indiscernible  
None  

Mohs Hardness
7-7.5  
2.5-4  

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.  
C  

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Achroite and Jet Chemical Formula

While comparing Achroite and Jet 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 Jet chemical formula.

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Achroite and Jet Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Achroite and Jet Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Achroite and Jet Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Achroite is 1.19-1.35 whereas that of Jet is 1.19-1.35.

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