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Onyx and Danburite Physical Properties

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1 Physical Properties
1.1 Tenacity
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Brittle
1.2 Solubility
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Not Available
1.3 Durability
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Not Available
1.4 Specific Gravity
2.55-2.70
2.97-3.03
1.5 Fracture
Not Available
Uneven, Uneven, ConchoidalWalter Schumann, Gemstones of the world (2001) More from other references, Conchoidal, Brittle
1.6 Cleavage
Indiscernible
{001} Poor
1.7 Mohs Hardness
6.5-7
7
1.8 Chemical Composition
SiO2
CaB 2(SiO 4) 2Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references

Onyx and Danburite Chemical Formula

While comparing Onyx 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 Onyx and Danburite chemical formula.

  • Chemical formula of Onyx- SiO2
  • Chemical formula of Danburite- CaB 2(SiO 4) 2Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references

Onyx and Danburite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Onyx and Danburite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Onyx and Danburite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Onyx is 2.97-3.03 whereas that of Danburite is 2.97-3.03.