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Dravite and Bixbite Physical Properties


Bixbite and Dravite Physical Properties


Physical Properties

Tenacity
-  
-  

Solubility
-  
-  

Durability
-  
-  

Specific Gravity
3.03-3.18  
-9999  

Fracture
Uneven, Irregular, Conchoidal  
-  

Cleavage
{???} Indistinct  
Indiscernible  

Mohs Hardness
7-7.5  
7.5  

Chemical Composition
Na(Mg 3)Al 6(Si 6O 18)(BO 3) 3(OH) 3(OH)Gemdat.org , Management Team (2012)  
Be3Al2(SiO3)6  

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Dravite and Bixbite Chemical Formula

While comparing Dravite and Bixbite 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 Bixbite chemical formula.

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Dravite and Bixbite Specific Gravity

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

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