Leucophanite and Danburite Physical Properties
Tenacity
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Brittle
Solubility
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Durability
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Specific Gravity
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2.97-3.03
Fracture
Brittle, Metallic
Uneven, Uneven, ConchoidalWalter Schumann, Gemstones of the world (2001) More from other references, Conchoidal, Brittle
Cleavage
{???} Good, {???} Good, {???} Distinct
{001} Poor
Mohs Hardness
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7
Chemical Composition
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CaB 2(SiO 4) 2Michael OâDonoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references
Leucophanite and Danburite Chemical Formula
While comparing Leucophanite and Danburite 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 Leucophanite and Danburite chemical formula.
>- Chemical formula of Danburite- CaB 2(SiO 4) 2Michael OâDonoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references
Leucophanite and Danburite Specific Gravity
Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Leucophanite and Danburite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Leucophanite and Danburite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Leucophanite is 2.97-3.03 whereas that of Danburite is 2.97-3.03.