Home
×

Druzy
Druzy

Brucite
Brucite



ADD
Compare
X
Druzy
X
Brucite

Druzy and Brucite Physical Properties

Add ⊕
1 Physical Properties
1.1 Tenacity
Not Available
Sectile
1.2 Solubility
Not Available
Not Available
1.3 Durability
Not Available
Not Available
1.4 Specific Gravity
Not Available
2.39
1.5 Fracture
Not Available
Irregular
1.6 Cleavage
None
Perfect on {0001}
1.7 Mohs Hardness
2.5-3
2.5
1.8 Chemical Composition
Au
Mg(OH) 2Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)

Druzy and Brucite Chemical Formula

While comparing Druzy and Brucite 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 Druzy and Brucite chemical formula.

  • Chemical formula of Druzy- Au
  • Chemical formula of Brucite- Mg(OH) 2Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)

Druzy and Brucite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Druzy and Brucite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Druzy and Brucite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Druzy is 2.39 whereas that of Brucite is 2.39.