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Shungite and Dravite Physical Properties


Dravite and Shungite Physical Properties


Physical Properties

Tenacity
-  
-  

Solubility
-  
-  

Durability
-  
-  

Specific Gravity
-9999  
3.03-3.18  

Fracture
-  
Uneven, Irregular, Conchoidal  

Cleavage
None  
{???} Indistinct  

Mohs Hardness
-9999  
7-7.5  

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

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Shungite and Dravite Chemical Formula

While comparing Shungite 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 Shungite and Dravite chemical formula.

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Shungite and Dravite Specific Gravity

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

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