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Danburite and Tavorite Physical Properties

1 Physical Properties
1.1 Tenacity
Brittle
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1.2 Solubility
Not Available
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1.3 Durability
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1.4 Specific Gravity
2.97-3.033.32
Amber
1 7.18
1.5 Fracture
Uneven, Uneven, ConchoidalWalter Schumann, Gemstones of the world (2001) More from other references, Conchoidal, Brittle
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1.6 Cleavage
{001} Poor
{???} Distinct, {???} Distinct, {???} Distinct
1.7 Mohs Hardness
7Not Available
Amber
2 10
1.8 Chemical Composition
CaB 2(SiO 4) 2Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references
LiFe3+ (PO 4)(OH)Anthony et al , Handbook of mineralogy (2001)

Danburite and Tavorite Chemical Formula

While comparing Danburite and Tavorite 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 Tavorite chemical formula.

  • Chemical formula of Danburite- CaB 2(SiO 4) 2Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references
  • Chemical formula of Tavorite- LiFe3+ (PO 4)(OH)Anthony et al , Handbook of mineralogy (2001)

Danburite and Tavorite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Danburite and Tavorite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Danburite and Tavorite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Danburite is 3.32 whereas that of Tavorite is 3.32.