Dravite and Iolite Physical Properties
Tenacity
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Solubility
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Durability
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Specific Gravity
3.03-3.18
2.6-2.7
Fracture
Uneven, Uneven, Irregular, ConchoidalAnthony et al, Handbook of mineralogy (2001), Conchoidal, Brittle
Not Available
Cleavage
{???} Indistinct
3,1
Mohs Hardness
7-7.5
7-7.5
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
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.