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Achroite and Vesuvianite Physical Properties

1 Physical Properties
1.1 Tenacity
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1.2 Solubility
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Vesuvianite is virtually insolouble in acids
1.3 Durability
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1.4 Specific Gravity
2.90-3.40
3.32-3.43
1.5 Fracture
Uneven, Uneven, ConchoidalWalter Schumann, Gemstones of the world (2001)
Conchoidal, Brittle
1.6 Cleavage
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Poor on {110} and {100} very poor on {001}
1.7 Mohs Hardness
7-7.5
6-7
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 Vesuvianite Chemical Formula

While comparing Achroite and Vesuvianite 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 Vesuvianite 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 Vesuvianite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Achroite and Vesuvianite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Achroite and Vesuvianite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Achroite is 3.32-3.43 whereas that of Vesuvianite is 3.32-3.43.

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