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Danburite and Celestine Physical Properties

Physical Properties

Tenacity

Brittle
Brittle

Solubility

-
-

Durability

-
-

Specific Gravity

2.97-3.033.90-4.00
1 7.18
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Fracture

Uneven, ConchoidalWalter Schumann, Conchoidal
Conchoidal

Cleavage

{001} Poor
Perfect on {001}, good on {210}, poor on {010}

Mohs Hardness

73-3.5
2 10
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Chemical Composition

CaB 2(SiO 4) 2Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references
SrSO 4Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references

Danburite and Celestine Chemical Formula

While comparing Danburite and Celestine 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 Celestine chemical formula.

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

Danburite and Celestine Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Danburite and Celestine Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Danburite and Celestine Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Danburite is 3.90-4.00 whereas that of Celestine is 3.90-4.00.