Diamond and Bytownite Physical Properties

Diamond

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1 Physical Properties

1.1 Tenacity

Not Available

Brittle

1.2 Solubility

Soluble

Not Available

1.3 Durability

Not Available

1.4 Specific Gravity

3.50-3.532.72-2.75

1 7.18

1.5 Fracture

Conchoidal, Conchoidal, Gemstones of the world (2001) More from other references, Conchoidal, Brittle

Uneven, Uneven, Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)

1.6 Cleavage

111 (perfect in four directions)

Perfect on [001], good on [010], imperfect on [110]

1.7 Mohs Hardness

106-6.5

2 10

1.8 Chemical Composition

Ca(70-90%)Na(30-10%)(Al,Si)AlSi 2O 8Michael OâDonoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)

Diamond and Bytownite Chemical Formula

While comparing Diamond and Bytownite 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 Diamond and Bytownite chemical formula.

Chemical formula of Diamond- C
Chemical formula of Bytownite- Ca(70-90%)Na(30-10%)(Al,Si)AlSi 2O 8Michael OâDonoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)

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Diamond and Bytownite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Diamond and Bytownite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Diamond and Bytownite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Diamond is 2.72-2.75 whereas that of Bytownite is 2.72-2.75.