Hurlbutite and Dravite Physical Properties

Hurlbutite and Dravite Chemical Formula

While comparing Hurlbutite and Dravite 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 Hurlbutite and Dravite chemical formula.

• Chemical formula of Hurlbutite- CaBe 2(PO 4) 2Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)
• Chemical formula of Dravite- Na(Mg 3)Al 6(Si 6O 18)(BO 3) 3(OH) 3(OH)Gemdat.org , Management Team (2012)

Hurlbutite and Dravite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Hurlbutite and Dravite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Hurlbutite and Dravite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Hurlbutite is 3.03-3.18 whereas that of Dravite is 3.03-3.18.