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Dravite and Beudantite 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
3.03-3.184.48
Amber
1 7.18
1.5 Fracture
Uneven, Uneven, Irregular, ConchoidalAnthony et al, Handbook of mineralogy (2001), Conchoidal, Brittle
Brittle, Metallic, Brittle, Metallic
1.6 Cleavage
{???} Indistinct
distinct; good on {0001}
1.7 Mohs Hardness
7-7.53.5-4.5
Amber
2 10
1.8 Chemical Composition
Na(Mg 3)Al 6(Si 6O 18)(BO 3) 3(OH) 3(OH)Gemdat.org , Management Team (2012)
PbFe+++3(AsO4)(SO4)(OH)6

Dravite and Beudantite Chemical Formula

While comparing Dravite and Beudantite 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 Beudantite 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 Beudantite- PbFe+++3(AsO4)(SO4)(OH)6

Dravite and Beudantite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Dravite and Beudantite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Dravite and Beudantite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Dravite is 4.48 whereas that of Beudantite is 4.48.