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Dumortierite and Hyalite Physical Properties

1 Physical Properties
1.1 Tenacity
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1.2 Solubility
Not Available
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1.3 Durability
Not Available
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1.4 Specific Gravity
3.26-3.41
Not Available
1.5 Fracture
Fibrous, ConchoidalWalter Schumann, Gemstones of the world (2001) More from other references
Conchoidal, Conchoidal, Gemstones of the world (2001)
1.6 Cleavage
Distinct on {100}, poor on {110}; parting on {001}
Not Available
1.7 Mohs Hardness
7-8.5
5.5-6.5
1.8 Chemical Composition
AlAl6O3BSi3O18
SiO 2 · nH 2OWalter Schumann , Gemstones of the world (2001)

Dumortierite and Hyalite Chemical Formula

While comparing Dumortierite and Hyalite 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 Hyalite chemical formula.

  • Chemical formula of Dumortierite- AlAl6O3BSi3O18
  • Chemical formula of Hyalite- SiO 2 · nH 2OWalter Schumann , Gemstones of the world (2001)

Dumortierite and Hyalite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Dumortierite and Hyalite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Dumortierite and Hyalite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Dumortierite is Not Available whereas that of Hyalite is Not Available.