Dravite and Colemanite Physical Properties

Dravite and Colemanite Chemical Formula

While comparing Dravite and Colemanite 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 Colemanite 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 Colemanite- Ca 2B 6O 11 · 5H 2OMichael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references

Dravite and Colemanite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Dravite and Colemanite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Dravite and Colemanite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Dravite is 2.40-2.42 whereas that of Colemanite is 2.40-2.42.