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Dravite and Nickeline Physical Properties

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1 Physical Properties
1.1 Tenacity
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Brittle
1.2 Solubility
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1.3 Durability
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1.4 Specific Gravity
3.03-3.18
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1.5 Fracture
Uneven, Uneven, Irregular, ConchoidalAnthony et al, Handbook of mineralogy (2001), Conchoidal, Brittle
Conchoidal, Uneven
1.6 Cleavage
{???} Indistinct
{1010} Imperfect, {0001} Imperfect
1.7 Mohs Hardness
7-7.5
5-5.5
1.8 Chemical Composition
Na(Mg 3)Al 6(Si 6O 18)(BO 3) 3(OH) 3(OH)Gemdat.org , Management Team (2012)
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Dravite and Nickeline Chemical Formula

While comparing Dravite and Nickeline 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 Nickeline 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)
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Dravite and Nickeline Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Dravite and Nickeline Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Dravite and Nickeline Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Dravite is Not Available whereas that of Nickeline is Not Available.