Canadian Ammolite and Dumortierite Physical Properties

Canadian Ammolite

Dumortierite

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1 Physical Properties

1.1 Tenacity

Not Available

1.2 Solubility

Not Available

1.3 Durability

Not Available

1.4 Specific Gravity

Not Available3.26-3.41

1 7.18

1.5 Fracture

Not Available

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

4-4.57-8.5

2 10

1.8 Chemical Composition

AlAl₆O₃BSi₃O₁₈

Canadian Ammolite and Dumortierite Chemical Formula

While comparing Canadian Ammolite 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 Canadian Ammolite and Dumortierite chemical formula.

Chemical formula of Canadian Ammolite- Pt
Chemical formula of Dumortierite- AlAl₆O₃BSi₃O₁₈

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Canadian Ammolite and Dumortierite Specific Gravity

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