Dumortierite and Amber Physical Properties

Dumortierite and Amber Chemical Formula

While comparing Dumortierite and Amber 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 Amber chemical formula.

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

Dumortierite and Amber Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Dumortierite and Amber Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Dumortierite and Amber Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Dumortierite is 1.05-1.10 whereas that of Amber is 1.05-1.10.