Iolite and Dravite Physical Properties
Tenacity
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Solubility
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Durability
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Specific Gravity
2.6-2.7
3.03-3.18
Fracture
Not Available
Uneven, Uneven, Irregular, ConchoidalAnthony et al, Handbook of mineralogy (2001), Conchoidal, Brittle
Cleavage
3,1
{???} Indistinct
Mohs Hardness
7-7.5
7-7.5
Chemical Composition
Mg2Al4Si5O18
Na(Mg 3)Al 6(Si 6O 18)(BO 3) 3(OH) 3(OH)Gemdat.org , Management Team (2012)
Iolite and Dravite Chemical Formula
While comparing Iolite 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 Iolite and Dravite chemical formula.
- Chemical formula of Iolite- Mg2Al4Si5O18
- Chemical formula of Dravite- Na(Mg 3)Al 6(Si 6O 18)(BO 3) 3(OH) 3(OH)Gemdat.org , Management Team (2012)
Iolite and Dravite Specific Gravity
Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Iolite and Dravite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Iolite and Dravite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Iolite is 3.03-3.18 whereas that of Dravite is 3.03-3.18.