Achroite and Sulfur Physical Properties

Achroite

Sulfur

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1 Physical Properties

1.1 Tenacity

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1.2 Solubility

Not Available

insoluble

1.3 Durability

Not Available

1.4 Specific Gravity

2.90-3.40Not Available

1 7.18

1.5 Fracture

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

(e.g. graphite).

1.6 Cleavage

Not Available

{???} Imperfect, {???} Imperfect

1.7 Mohs Hardness

7-7.5Not Available

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 Sulfur Chemical Formula

While comparing Achroite and Sulfur 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 Sulfur 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 Sulfur Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Achroite and Sulfur Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Achroite and Sulfur Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Achroite is Not Available whereas that of Sulfur is Not Available.