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Danburite and Agate Physical Properties

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1 Physical Properties
1.1 Tenacity
Brittle
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1.2 Solubility
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1.3 Durability
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1.4 Specific Gravity
2.97-3.032.60-2.64
Amber
1 7.18
1.5 Fracture
Uneven, Uneven, ConchoidalWalter Schumann, Gemstones of the world (2001) More from other references, Conchoidal, Brittle
Conchoidal, UnevenWalter Schumann, Gemstones of the world (2001)
1.6 Cleavage
{001} Poor
Indiscernible
1.7 Mohs Hardness
76.5-7
Amber
2 10
1.8 Chemical Composition
CaB 2(SiO 4) 2Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references
SiO2

Danburite and Agate Chemical Formula

While comparing Danburite and Agate 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 Danburite and Agate chemical formula.

  • Chemical formula of Danburite- CaB 2(SiO 4) 2Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references
  • Chemical formula of Agate- SiO2

Danburite and Agate Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Danburite and Agate Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Danburite and Agate Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Danburite is 2.60-2.64 whereas that of Agate is 2.60-2.64.