Dravite and Sylvite Physical Properties

Dravite and Sylvite Chemical Formula

While comparing Dravite and Sylvite 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 Sylvite 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 Sylvite- KCl

Dravite and Sylvite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Dravite and Sylvite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Dravite and Sylvite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Dravite is 1.993 whereas that of Sylvite is 1.993.