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Dravite and Aventurine Physical Properties

1 Physical Properties
1.1 Tenacity
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1.2 Solubility
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1.3 Durability
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1.4 Specific Gravity
3.03-3.18
2.64-2.69
1.5 Fracture
Uneven, Uneven, Irregular, ConchoidalAnthony et al, Handbook of mineralogy (2001), Conchoidal, Brittle
Conchoidal
1.6 Cleavage
{???} Indistinct
Indiscernible
1.7 Mohs Hardness
7-7.5
7-6.5
1.8 Chemical Composition
Na(Mg 3)Al 6(Si 6O 18)(BO 3) 3(OH) 3(OH)Gemdat.org , Management Team (2012)
SiO2

Dravite and Aventurine Chemical Formula

While comparing Dravite and Aventurine 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 Dravite and Aventurine chemical formula.

  • Chemical formula of Dravite- Na(Mg 3)Al 6(Si 6O 18)(BO 3) 3(OH) 3(OH)Gemdat.org , Management Team (2012)
  • Chemical formula of Aventurine- SiO2

Dravite and Aventurine Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Dravite and Aventurine Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Dravite and Aventurine Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Dravite is 2.64-2.69 whereas that of Aventurine is 2.64-2.69.