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Bixbite and Achroite Physical Properties


Achroite and Bixbite Physical Properties


Physical Properties

Tenacity
-  
-  

Solubility
-  
-  

Durability
-  
-  

Specific Gravity
-9999  
2.90-3.40  

Fracture
-  
Uneven, ConchoidalWalter Schumann  

Cleavage
Indiscernible  
Indiscernible  

Mohs Hardness
7.5  
7-7.5  

Chemical Composition
Be3Al2(SiO3)6  
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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Bixbite and Achroite Chemical Formula

While comparing Bixbite and Achroite 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 Bixbite and Achroite chemical formula.

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Bixbite and Achroite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Bixbite and Achroite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Bixbite and Achroite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Bixbite is 2.90-3.40 whereas that of Achroite is 2.90-3.40.

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