Charlesite and Dumortierite Physical Properties

Charlesite

Dumortierite

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Physical Properties

Tenacity

Solubility

Durability

Specific Gravity

Fracture

Cleavage

Mohs Hardness

Chemical Composition

Brittle

1.79

Irregular/uneven

Perfect on {10bar10}

2.5

Ca6(Al,Si)2(SO4)2B(OH)4(OH,O)12•26(H2O)

3.26-3.41

Fibrous, ConchoidalWalter Schumann

Distinct on {100}, poor on {110}; parting on {001}

7-8.5

AlAl₆O₃BSi₃O₁₈

Charlesite and Dumortierite Chemical Formula

While comparing Charlesite 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 Charlesite and Dumortierite chemical formula.

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Charlesite and Dumortierite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Charlesite and Dumortierite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Charlesite Vs Dumortierite during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Charlesite is whereas that of Dumortierite is .