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Unakite and Achroite Physical Properties


Achroite and Unakite Physical Properties


Physical Properties

Tenacity
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Solubility
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Durability
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Specific Gravity
2.85-3.20   
2.90-3.40   

Fracture
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Uneven, Uneven, ConchoidalWalter Schumann, Gemstones of the world (2001)   

Cleavage
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Mohs Hardness
6-7   
7-7.5   

Chemical Composition
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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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Unakite and Achroite Chemical Formula

While comparing Unakite 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 Unakite and Achroite chemical formula.

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Unakite and Achroite Specific Gravity

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

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