Dravite and Linarite Physical Properties

Dravite and Linarite Chemical Formula

While comparing Dravite and Linarite 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 Linarite 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 Linarite- PbCu(SO 4)(OH) 2Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)

Dravite and Linarite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Dravite and Linarite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Dravite and Linarite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Dravite is 5.35 whereas that of Linarite is 5.35.