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Dravite and Titanite Physical Properties

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1 Physical Properties
1.1 Tenacity
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1.2 Solubility
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1.3 Durability
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1.4 Specific Gravity
3.03-3.18
3.48-3.60
1.5 Fracture
Uneven, Uneven, Irregular, ConchoidalAnthony et al, Handbook of mineralogy (2001), Conchoidal, Brittle
Sub-Conchoidal, Conchoidal, Brittle
1.6 Cleavage
{???} Indistinct
Distinct on [110], parting on {221}
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 Titanite Chemical Formula

While comparing Dravite and Titanite 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 Titanite 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 Titanite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Dravite and Titanite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Dravite and Titanite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Dravite is 3.48-3.60 whereas that of Titanite is 3.48-3.60.