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Shungite and Achroite Physical Properties


Achroite and Shungite Physical Properties


Physical Properties

Tenacity
-  
-  

Solubility
-  
-  

Durability
-  
-  

Specific Gravity
-9999  
2.90-3.40  

Fracture
-  
Uneven, ConchoidalWalter Schumann  

Cleavage
None  
Indiscernible  

Mohs Hardness
-9999  
7-7.5  

Chemical Composition
C  
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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Shungite and Achroite Chemical Formula

While comparing Shungite 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 Shungite and Achroite chemical formula.

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Shungite and Achroite Specific Gravity

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

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