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Iddingsite and Dravite 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
2.5-2.83.03-3.18
Amber
1 7.18
1.5 Fracture
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Uneven, Uneven, Irregular, ConchoidalAnthony et al, Handbook of mineralogy (2001), Conchoidal, Brittle
1.6 Cleavage
{???} Perfect
{???} Indistinct
1.7 Mohs Hardness
37-7.5
Amber
2 10
1.8 Chemical Composition
MgO.Fe2O3.3SiO2•4(H2O)
Na(Mg 3)Al 6(Si 6O 18)(BO 3) 3(OH) 3(OH)Gemdat.org , Management Team (2012)

Iddingsite and Dravite Chemical Formula

While comparing Iddingsite 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 Iddingsite and Dravite chemical formula.

  • Chemical formula of Iddingsite- MgO.Fe2O3.3SiO2•4(H2O)
  • Chemical formula of Dravite- Na(Mg 3)Al 6(Si 6O 18)(BO 3) 3(OH) 3(OH)Gemdat.org , Management Team (2012)

Iddingsite and Dravite Specific Gravity

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