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Dravite and Hollandite 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
5.05
1.5 Fracture
Uneven, Uneven, Irregular, ConchoidalAnthony et al, Handbook of mineralogy (2001), Conchoidal, Brittle
Brittle, Metallic
1.6 Cleavage
{???} Indistinct
Distinct / Good, Prismatic
1.7 Mohs Hardness
7-7.5
4-6
1.8 Chemical Composition
Na(Mg 3)Al 6(Si 6O 18)(BO 3) 3(OH) 3(OH)Gemdat.org , Management Team (2012)
Ba(Mn++++,Mn++)8O16

Dravite and Hollandite Chemical Formula

While comparing Dravite and Hollandite 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 Hollandite 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 Hollandite- Ba(Mn++++,Mn++)8O16

Dravite and Hollandite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Dravite and Hollandite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Dravite and Hollandite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Dravite is 5.05 whereas that of Hollandite is 5.05.