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Danburite and Brucite Physical Properties


Brucite and Danburite Physical Properties


Physical Properties

Tenacity
Brittle  
Sectile  

Solubility
-  
-  

Durability
-  
-  

Specific Gravity
2.97-3.03  
2.39  

Fracture
Uneven, ConchoidalWalter Schumann, Conchoidal  
Irregular  

Cleavage
{001} Poor  
Perfect on {0001}  

Mohs Hardness
7  
2.5  

Chemical Composition
CaB 2(SiO 4) 2Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references  
Mg(OH) 2Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)  

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Danburite and Brucite Chemical Formula

While comparing Danburite and Brucite 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 Brucite chemical formula.

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Danburite and Brucite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Danburite and Brucite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Danburite and Brucite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Danburite is 2.39 whereas that of Brucite is 2.39.

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