Dravite and Cymophane Physical Properties

Dravite and Cymophane Chemical Formula

While comparing Dravite and Cymophane 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 Cymophane 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 Cymophane- BeAl 2O 4Arthur Thomas , Gemstones (2009)

Dravite and Cymophane Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Dravite and Cymophane Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Dravite and Cymophane Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Dravite is 3.69-3.81 whereas that of Cymophane is 3.69-3.81.