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Sphene and Achroite Physical Properties


Achroite and Sphene Physical Properties


Physical Properties

Tenacity
-  
-  

Solubility
-  
-  

Durability
-  
-  

Specific Gravity
-9999  
2.90-3.40  

Fracture
-  
Uneven, ConchoidalWalter Schumann  

Cleavage
Perfect  
Indiscernible  

Mohs Hardness
-9999  
7-7.5  

Chemical Composition
CaTiSiO5  
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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Sphene and Achroite Chemical Formula

While comparing Sphene 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 Sphene and Achroite chemical formula.

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Sphene and Achroite Specific Gravity

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

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