Dravite and Iolite Physical Properties

Dravite

Iolite

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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

3.03-3.182.6-2.7

1 7.18

1.5 Fracture

Uneven, Uneven, Irregular, ConchoidalAnthony et al, Handbook of mineralogy (2001), Conchoidal, Brittle

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1.6 Cleavage

{???} Indistinct

3,1

1.7 Mohs Hardness

7-7.57-7.5

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)

Mg₂Al₄Si₅O₁₈

Dravite and Iolite Chemical Formula

While comparing Dravite and Iolite 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 Iolite 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 Iolite- Mg₂Al₄Si₅O₁₈

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Dravite and Iolite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Dravite and Iolite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Dravite and Iolite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Dravite is 2.6-2.7 whereas that of Iolite is 2.6-2.7.