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Jasper and Dravite Physical Properties


Dravite and Jasper Physical Properties


Physical Properties

Tenacity
-  
-  

Solubility
-  
-  

Durability
-  
-  

Specific Gravity
2.58-2.91  
3.03-3.18  

Fracture
Conchoidal  
Uneven, Irregular, Conchoidal  

Cleavage
Indiscernible  
{???} Indistinct  

Mohs Hardness
6.5-7  
7-7.5  

Chemical Composition
SiO2  
Na(Mg 3)Al 6(Si 6O 18)(BO 3) 3(OH) 3(OH)Gemdat.org , Management Team (2012)  

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Jasper and Dravite Chemical Formula

While comparing Jasper 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 Jasper and Dravite chemical formula.

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Jasper and Dravite Specific Gravity

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

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