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Dumortierite and Cerussite Physical Properties

1 Physical Properties
1.1 Tenacity
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Not Available
1.2 Solubility
Not Available
insoluble
1.3 Durability
Not Available
Not Available
1.4 Specific Gravity
3.26-3.416.46-6.57
Amber
1 7.18
1.5 Fracture
Fibrous, ConchoidalWalter Schumann, Gemstones of the world (2001) More from other references
Uneven, Uneven, ConchoidalWalter Schumann, Gemstones of the world (2001) More from other references, Brittle, Conchoidal
1.6 Cleavage
Distinct on {100}, poor on {110}; parting on {001}
Good [110] and [021]
1.7 Mohs Hardness
7-8.53-3.5
Amber
2 10
1.8 Chemical Composition
AlAl6O3BSi3O18
PbCO 3Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references

Dumortierite and Cerussite Chemical Formula

While comparing Dumortierite and Cerussite 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 Cerussite chemical formula.

  • Chemical formula of Dumortierite- AlAl6O3BSi3O18
  • Chemical formula of Cerussite- PbCO 3Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references

Dumortierite and Cerussite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Dumortierite and Cerussite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Dumortierite and Cerussite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Dumortierite is 6.46-6.57 whereas that of Cerussite is 6.46-6.57.