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Onyx and Dravite Physical Properties

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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
2.55-2.70
3.03-3.18
1.5 Fracture
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Uneven, Uneven, Irregular, ConchoidalAnthony et al, Handbook of mineralogy (2001), Conchoidal, Brittle
1.6 Cleavage
Indiscernible
{???} Indistinct
1.7 Mohs Hardness
6.5-7
7-7.5
1.8 Chemical Composition
SiO2
Na(Mg 3)Al 6(Si 6O 18)(BO 3) 3(OH) 3(OH)Gemdat.org , Management Team (2012)

Onyx and Dravite Chemical Formula

While comparing Onyx 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 Onyx and Dravite chemical formula.

  • Chemical formula of Onyx- SiO2
  • Chemical formula of Dravite- Na(Mg 3)Al 6(Si 6O 18)(BO 3) 3(OH) 3(OH)Gemdat.org , Management Team (2012)

Onyx and Dravite Specific Gravity

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