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Achroite and Violane Physical Properties


Violane and Achroite Physical Properties


Physical Properties

Tenacity
-  
-  

Solubility
-  
-  

Durability
-  
-  

Specific Gravity
2.90-3.40  
3.22-3.40  

Fracture
Uneven, ConchoidalWalter Schumann  
Conchoidal  

Cleavage
Indiscernible  
Perfect  

Mohs Hardness
7-7.5  
5-6  

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.  
(Ca,Mg,Mn)SiO 3Gemdat.org , Management Team (2012)  

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Achroite and Violane Chemical Formula

While comparing Achroite and Violane 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 Violane chemical formula.

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Achroite and Violane Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Achroite and Violane Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Achroite and Violane Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Achroite is 3.22-3.40 whereas that of Violane is 3.22-3.40.

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