Dallasite and Hollandite Physical Properties

Dallasite and Hollandite Chemical Formula

While comparing Dallasite and Hollandite 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 Dallasite and Hollandite chemical formula.

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• Chemical formula of Hollandite- Ba(Mn++++,Mn++)8O16

Dallasite and Hollandite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Dallasite and Hollandite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Dallasite and Hollandite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Dallasite is 5.05 whereas that of Hollandite is 5.05.