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Durability

Durability: The degree of ability of a gemstone to withstand the effects of abrasion, scratching, impact, and chemical action, etc. The durability of a gemstone depends on chemical composition and both of its hardness and toughness. A mineral may be quite tough but rather easy to scratch, or it may be extra hard but be deficient in toughness because it has easy cleavage.

Daylight lamp: Daylight lamp; m.alexandrite.net/chapters/glossary/daylight-lamp.html
Density: Density; m.alexandrite.net/chapters/glossary/density.html
Diamond: Diamond; m.alexandrite.net/chapters/glossary/diamond.html
Dolomite: Dolomite; m.alexandrite.net/chapters/glossary/dolomite.html

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