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Achroite and Sunstone Physical Properties

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1 Physical Properties
1.1 Tenacity
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1.2 Solubility
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1.3 Durability
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1.4 Specific Gravity
2.90-3.40
2.62-2.65
1.5 Fracture
Uneven, Uneven, ConchoidalWalter Schumann, Gemstones of the world (2001)
Gemstones of the world (2001)
1.6 Cleavage
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001
1.7 Mohs Hardness
7-7.5
6
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.
Microcline: KAlSi3O8 Oligoclase: (Na,Ca)Al1-2Si3-2O8

Achroite and Sunstone Chemical Formula

While comparing Achroite and Sunstone 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 Sunstone 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.
  • Chemical formula of Sunstone- Microcline: KAlSi3O8 Oligoclase: (Na,Ca)Al1-2Si3-2O8

Achroite and Sunstone Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Achroite and Sunstone Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Achroite and Sunstone Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Achroite is 2.62-2.65 whereas that of Sunstone is 2.62-2.65.

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