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Vesuvianite Idocrase



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Dravite and Vesuvianite Idocrase Physical Properties

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
3.03-3.183.25-3.50
Amber
1 7.18
1.5 Fracture
Uneven, Uneven, Irregular, ConchoidalAnthony et al, Handbook of mineralogy (2001), Conchoidal, Brittle
Uneven, Uneven, Gemstones of the world (2001) More from other references
1.6 Cleavage
{???} Indistinct
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1.7 Mohs Hardness
7-7.5Not Available
Amber
2 10
1.8 Chemical Composition
Na(Mg 3)Al 6(Si 6O 18)(BO 3) 3(OH) 3(OH)Gemdat.org , Management Team (2012)
Ca 10Mg 2Al 4(SiO 4) 5(Si 2O 7) 2(OH) 4Ulrich Henn and Claudio C.

Dravite and Vesuvianite Idocrase Chemical Formula

While comparing Dravite and Vesuvianite Idocrase 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 Vesuvianite Idocrase 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 Vesuvianite Idocrase- Ca 10Mg 2Al 4(SiO 4) 5(Si 2O 7) 2(OH) 4Ulrich Henn and Claudio C.

Dravite and Vesuvianite Idocrase Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Dravite and Vesuvianite Idocrase Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Dravite and Vesuvianite Idocrase Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Dravite is 3.25-3.50 whereas that of Vesuvianite Idocrase is 3.25-3.50.