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Druzy and Bytownite Physical Properties

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Physical Properties

Tenacity

-
Brittle

Solubility

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-

Durability

-
-

Specific Gravity

-99992.72-2.75
1 7.18
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Fracture

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Uneven

Cleavage

None
Perfect on [001], good on [010], imperfect on [110]

Mohs Hardness

2.5-36-6.5
2 10
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Chemical Composition

Au
Ca(70-90%)Na(30-10%)(Al,Si)AlSi 2O 8Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)

Druzy and Bytownite Chemical Formula

While comparing Druzy and Bytownite 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 Bytownite chemical formula.

  • Chemical formula of Druzy- Au
  • Chemical formula of Bytownite- Ca(70-90%)Na(30-10%)(Al,Si)AlSi 2O 8Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)

Druzy and Bytownite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Druzy and Bytownite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Druzy and Bytownite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Druzy is 2.72-2.75 whereas that of Bytownite is 2.72-2.75.