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Leucophanite 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
Not Available3.03-3.18
Amber
1 7.18
1.5 Fracture
Brittle, Metallic
Uneven, Uneven, Irregular, ConchoidalAnthony et al, Handbook of mineralogy (2001), Conchoidal, Brittle
1.6 Cleavage
{???} Good, {???} Good, {???} Distinct
{???} Indistinct
1.7 Mohs Hardness
Not Available7-7.5
Amber
2 10
1.8 Chemical Composition
Not Available
Na(Mg 3)Al 6(Si 6O 18)(BO 3) 3(OH) 3(OH)Gemdat.org , Management Team (2012)

Leucophanite and Dravite Chemical Formula

While comparing Leucophanite 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 Leucophanite and Dravite chemical formula.

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

Leucophanite and Dravite Specific Gravity

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