Achroite and Polyhalite Physical Properties

Achroite

Polyhalite

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1 Physical Properties

1.1 Tenacity

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Brittle

1.2 Solubility

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Soluble

1.3 Durability

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1.4 Specific Gravity

2.90-3.402.78

1 7.18

1.5 Fracture

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

Conchoidal, Brittle

1.6 Cleavage

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Perfect on {10 1 }; parting on {010}

1.7 Mohs Hardness

7-7.53.5

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.

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Achroite and Polyhalite Chemical Formula

While comparing Achroite and Polyhalite 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 Polyhalite 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.

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Achroite and Polyhalite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Achroite and Polyhalite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Achroite and Polyhalite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Achroite is 2.78 whereas that of Polyhalite is 2.78.