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Canadian Ammolite and Elbaite Physical Properties

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
Not Available2.90-3.10
Amber
1 7.18
1.5 Fracture
Not Available
Uneven, Conchoidal, Brittle, Uneven, ConchoidalAnthony et al, Handbook of mineralogy (2001), Conchoidal, Brittle
1.6 Cleavage
None
Poor/indistinct on {1120} and {1011}
1.7 Mohs Hardness
4-4.57
Amber
2 10
1.8 Chemical Composition
Pt
Na(Li 1.5Al 1.5)Al 6(Si 6O 18)(BO 3) 3(OH) 3(OH)Gemdat.org , Management Team (2012) More from other references

Canadian Ammolite and Elbaite Chemical Formula

While comparing Canadian Ammolite and Elbaite 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 Canadian Ammolite and Elbaite chemical formula.

  • Chemical formula of Canadian Ammolite- Pt
  • Chemical formula of Elbaite- Na(Li 1.5Al 1.5)Al 6(Si 6O 18)(BO 3) 3(OH) 3(OH)Gemdat.org , Management Team (2012) More from other references

Canadian Ammolite and Elbaite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Canadian Ammolite and Elbaite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Canadian Ammolite and Elbaite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Canadian Ammolite is 2.90-3.10 whereas that of Elbaite is 2.90-3.10.