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Danburite
Danburite

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Danburite and Vanadinite Physical Properties

Physical Properties

Tenacity

Brittle
Brittle

Solubility

-
-

Durability

-
-

Specific Gravity

2.97-3.036.8-7.1
1 7.18
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Fracture

Uneven, ConchoidalWalter Schumann, Conchoidal
Uneven, Conchoidal

Cleavage

{001} Poor
None

Mohs Hardness

73-4
2 10
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Chemical Composition

CaB 2(SiO 4) 2Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references
C20H36

Danburite and Vanadinite Chemical Formula

While comparing Danburite and Vanadinite 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 Vanadinite chemical formula.

  • Chemical formula of Danburite- CaB 2(SiO 4) 2Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references
  • Chemical formula of Vanadinite- C20H36

Danburite and Vanadinite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Danburite and Vanadinite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Danburite and Vanadinite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Danburite is 6.8-7.1 whereas that of Vanadinite is 6.8-7.1.