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Achroite and Serpentine Physical Properties


Serpentine and Achroite Physical Properties


Physical Properties

Tenacity
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Solubility
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Durability
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Specific Gravity
2.90-3.40   
2.44-2.62   

Fracture
Uneven, Uneven, ConchoidalWalter Schumann, Gemstones of the world (2001)   
Uneven, Uneven, Gemstones of the world (2001) More from other references   

Cleavage
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Mohs Hardness
7-7.5   
2.5-5.5   

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.   
H 4Mg 3Si 2O 9Walter Schumann , Gemstones of the world (2001) More from other references   

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Achroite and Serpentine Chemical Formula

While comparing Achroite and Serpentine 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 Serpentine chemical formula.

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Achroite and Serpentine Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Achroite and Serpentine Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Achroite and Serpentine Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Achroite is 2.44-2.62 whereas that of Serpentine is 2.44-2.62.

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