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Thulite and Danburite Physical Properties

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1 Physical Properties
1.1 Tenacity
Not Available
Brittle
1.2 Solubility
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1.3 Durability
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1.4 Specific Gravity
3.12.97-3.03
Amber
1 7.18
1.5 Fracture
Uneven, Conchoidal, ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009)
Uneven, Uneven, ConchoidalWalter Schumann, Gemstones of the world (2001) More from other references, Conchoidal, Brittle
1.6 Cleavage
Perfect {010} imperfect {100}
{001} Poor
1.7 Mohs Hardness
6-77
Amber
2 10
1.8 Chemical Composition
Ca2Al3(SiO4)3(OH)
CaB 2(SiO 4) 2Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references

Thulite and Danburite Chemical Formula

While comparing Thulite 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 Thulite and Danburite chemical formula.

  • Chemical formula of Thulite- Ca2Al3(SiO4)3(OH)
  • Chemical formula of Danburite- CaB 2(SiO 4) 2Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references

Thulite and Danburite Specific Gravity

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