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Amber and Dumortierite Physical Properties

1 Physical Properties
1.1 Tenacity
Not Available
Not Available
1.2 Solubility
Soluble
Not Available
1.3 Durability
Not Available
Not Available
1.4 Specific Gravity
1.05-1.10
3.26-3.41
1.5 Fracture
ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009), Conchoidal, Brittle, ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009), Conchoidal, Brittle
Fibrous, ConchoidalWalter Schumann, Gemstones of the world (2001) More from other references
1.6 Cleavage
None
Distinct on {100}, poor on {110}; parting on {001}
1.7 Mohs Hardness
2-2.5
7-8.5
1.8 Chemical Composition
[C,H,O]
AlAl6O3BSi3O18

Amber and Dumortierite Chemical Formula

While comparing Amber and Dumortierite 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 Amber and Dumortierite chemical formula.

  • Chemical formula of Amber- [C,H,O]
  • Chemical formula of Dumortierite- AlAl6O3BSi3O18

Amber and Dumortierite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Amber and Dumortierite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Amber and Dumortierite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Amber is 3.26-3.41 whereas that of Dumortierite is 3.26-3.41.