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Danburite and Polyhalite Physical Properties

1 Physical Properties
1.1 Tenacity
Brittle
Brittle
1.2 Solubility
Not Available
Soluble
1.3 Durability
Not Available
Not Available
1.4 Specific Gravity
2.97-3.03
2.78
1.5 Fracture
Uneven, Uneven, ConchoidalWalter Schumann, Gemstones of the world (2001) More from other references, Conchoidal, Brittle
Conchoidal, Brittle
1.6 Cleavage
{001} Poor
Perfect on {10 1 }; parting on {010}
1.7 Mohs Hardness
7
3.5
1.8 Chemical Composition
CaB 2(SiO 4) 2Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references
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Danburite and Polyhalite Chemical Formula

While comparing Danburite and Polyhalite 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 Polyhalite chemical formula.

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

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Danburite and Polyhalite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Danburite and Polyhalite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Danburite is 2.78 whereas that of Polyhalite is 2.78.