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Dumortierite and Chambersite Physical Properties

1 Physical Properties
1.1 Tenacity
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1.2 Solubility
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1.3 Durability
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1.4 Specific Gravity
3.26-3.413.50
Amber
1 7.18
1.5 Fracture
Fibrous, ConchoidalWalter Schumann, Gemstones of the world (2001) More from other references
Uneven, Uneven, ConchoidalAnthony et al, Handbook of mineralogy (2001), Conchoidal, Uneven
1.6 Cleavage
Distinct on {100}, poor on {110}; parting on {001}
None
1.7 Mohs Hardness
7-8.57
Amber
2 10
1.8 Chemical Composition
AlAl6O3BSi3O18
Mn 3B 7O 13ClMichael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)

Dumortierite and Chambersite Chemical Formula

While comparing Dumortierite and Chambersite 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 Chambersite chemical formula.

  • Chemical formula of Dumortierite- AlAl6O3BSi3O18
  • Chemical formula of Chambersite- Mn 3B 7O 13ClMichael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)

Dumortierite and Chambersite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Dumortierite and Chambersite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Dumortierite and Chambersite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Dumortierite is 3.50 whereas that of Chambersite is 3.50.