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Zinnwaldite and Dravite Physical Properties

1 Physical Properties
1.1 Tenacity
Elastic
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1.2 Solubility
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1.3 Durability
Not Available
Not Available
1.4 Specific Gravity
2.9-3.1
3.03-3.18
1.5 Fracture
Uneven
Uneven, Uneven, Irregular, ConchoidalAnthony et al, Handbook of mineralogy (2001), Conchoidal, Brittle
1.6 Cleavage
Perfect basal {001}
{???} Indistinct
1.7 Mohs Hardness
3.5-4.0
7-7.5
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)

Zinnwaldite and Dravite Chemical Formula

While comparing Zinnwaldite 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 Zinnwaldite 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)

Zinnwaldite and Dravite Specific Gravity

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