Danburite and Wulfenite Physical Properties
Solubility
Not Available
Not Available
Durability
Not Available
Not Available
Specific Gravity
2.97-3.03
6.50-7.00
Fracture
Uneven, Uneven, ConchoidalWalter Schumann, Gemstones of the world (2001) More from other references, Conchoidal, Brittle
Irregular, Brittle, Conchoidal
Cleavage
{001} Poor
On {011}, distinct; on {001}, {013}, indistinct
Chemical Composition
CaB 2(SiO 4) 2Michael OâDonoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references
PbMoO 4Walter Schumann , Gemstones of the world (2001)
Danburite and Wulfenite Chemical Formula
While comparing Danburite and Wulfenite 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 Wulfenite chemical formula.
- Chemical formula of Danburite- CaB 2(SiO 4) 2Michael OâDonoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references
- Chemical formula of Wulfenite- PbMoO 4Walter Schumann , Gemstones of the world (2001)
Danburite and Wulfenite Specific Gravity
Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Danburite and Wulfenite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Danburite and Wulfenite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Danburite is 6.50-7.00 whereas that of Wulfenite is 6.50-7.00.