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Langbeinite and Achroite Physical Properties

Physical Properties

Tenacity

Solubility

Durability

Specific Gravity

Fracture

Cleavage

Mohs Hardness

Chemical Composition

 
Brittle
Slowly dissolves in water
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-9999
Conchoidal
None
3.5-4
K2Mg2(SO4)3
 
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2.90-3.40
Uneven, ConchoidalWalter Schumann
Indiscernible
7-7.5
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.

Langbeinite and Achroite Chemical Formula

While comparing Langbeinite 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 Langbeinite and Achroite chemical formula.

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Langbeinite and Achroite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Langbeinite and Achroite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Langbeinite Vs Achroite during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Langbeinite is whereas that of Achroite is .