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Danburite and Apache Tear Physical Properties


Apache Tear and Danburite Physical Properties


Physical Properties

Tenacity
Brittle  
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Solubility
-  
-  

Durability
-  
-  

Specific Gravity
2.97-3.03  
-9999  

Fracture
Uneven, ConchoidalWalter Schumann, Conchoidal  
Conchoidal  

Cleavage
{001} Poor  
None  

Mohs Hardness
7  
5-5.5  

Chemical Composition
CaB 2(SiO 4) 2Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references  
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Danburite and Apache Tear Chemical Formula

While comparing Danburite and Apache Tear 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 Apache Tear chemical formula.

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Danburite and Apache Tear Specific Gravity

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

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