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Danburite and Achroite Physical Properties


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Physical Properties

Tenacity
Brittle  
-  

Solubility
-  
-  

Durability
-  
-  

Specific Gravity
2.97-3.03  
2.90-3.40  

Fracture
Uneven, ConchoidalWalter Schumann, Conchoidal  
Uneven, ConchoidalWalter Schumann  

Cleavage
{001} Poor  
Indiscernible  

Mohs Hardness
7  
7-7.5  

Chemical Composition
CaB 2(SiO 4) 2Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references  
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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Danburite and Achroite Chemical Formula

While comparing Danburite 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 Danburite and Achroite chemical formula.

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Danburite and Achroite Specific Gravity

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

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