Dumortierite and Abalone Physical Properties
Tenacity
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Solubility
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Durability
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Specific Gravity
3.26-3.41
  
Not Available
  
Fracture
Fibrous, ConchoidalWalter Schumann, Gemstones of the world (2001) More from other references
  
Not Available
  
Cleavage
Distinct on {100}, poor on {110}; parting on {001}
  
Not Available
  
Mohs Hardness
7-8.5
  
2.5-3
  
Chemical Composition
AlAl6O3BSi3O18
  
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Dumortierite and Abalone Chemical Formula
While comparing Dumortierite and Abalone 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 Dumortierite and Abalone chemical formula.
- Chemical formula of Dumortierite- AlAl6O3BSi3O18
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Dumortierite and Abalone Specific Gravity
Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Dumortierite and Abalone Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Dumortierite and Abalone Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Dumortierite is Not Available whereas that of Abalone is Not Available.