Achroite and Tinaksite Physical Properties

Achroite

Tinaksite

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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

2.90-3.402.82

1 7.18

1.5 Fracture

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

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1.6 Cleavage

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Perfect in one direction, indistinct in one direction

1.7 Mohs Hardness

7-7.56

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 Tinaksite Chemical Formula

While comparing Achroite and Tinaksite 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 Tinaksite 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 Tinaksite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Achroite and Tinaksite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Achroite and Tinaksite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Achroite is 2.82 whereas that of Tinaksite is 2.82.