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Tsavorite Garnet and Achroite Physical Properties


Achroite and Tsavorite Garnet Physical Properties


Physical Properties

Tenacity
-  
-  

Solubility
-  
-  

Durability
-  
-  

Specific Gravity
3.6  
2.90-3.40  

Fracture
-  
Uneven, ConchoidalWalter Schumann  

Cleavage
None  
Indiscernible  

Mohs Hardness
7-7.5  
7-7.5  

Chemical Composition
Ca3Al2Si3O12  
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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Tsavorite Garnet and Achroite Chemical Formula

While comparing Tsavorite Garnet 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 Tsavorite Garnet and Achroite chemical formula.

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Tsavorite Garnet and Achroite Specific Gravity

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

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