Dravite and Staurolite Physical Properties

Dravite and Staurolite Chemical Formula

While comparing Dravite and Staurolite 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 Staurolite 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 Staurolite- (Fe,Mg,Zn) 2Al 9(Si,Al) 4O 22(OH) 2Ulrich Henn and Claudio C.

Dravite and Staurolite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Dravite and Staurolite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Dravite and Staurolite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Dravite is 3.7-3.8 whereas that of Staurolite is 3.7-3.8.