Druzy and Cavansite Physical Properties

Druzy

Cavansite

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1 Physical Properties

1.1 Tenacity

Not Available

Brittle

1.2 Solubility

Not Available

1.3 Durability

Not Available

1.4 Specific Gravity

Not Available2.25-2.33

1 7.18

1.5 Fracture

Not Available

Brittle, Metallic, Brittle, Metallic

1.6 Cleavage

None

Good on {010}

1.7 Mohs Hardness

2.5-33-4

2 10

1.8 Chemical Composition

Ca(VO)Si4O10•4(H2O)

Druzy and Cavansite Chemical Formula

While comparing Druzy and Cavansite 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 Cavansite chemical formula.

Chemical formula of Druzy- Au
Chemical formula of Cavansite- Ca(VO)Si4O10•4(H2O)

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Druzy and Cavansite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Druzy and Cavansite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Druzy and Cavansite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Druzy is 2.25-2.33 whereas that of Cavansite is 2.25-2.33.