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Heliodor and Achroite Physical Properties


Achroite and Heliodor 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
Be3Al2Si6O18  
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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Heliodor and Achroite Chemical Formula

While comparing Heliodor 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 Heliodor and Achroite chemical formula.

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Heliodor and Achroite Specific Gravity

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

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