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Dumortierite and Leucophanite Physical Properties

1 Physical Properties
1.1 Tenacity
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1.2 Solubility
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1.3 Durability
Not Available
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1.4 Specific Gravity
3.26-3.41
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1.5 Fracture
Fibrous, ConchoidalWalter Schumann, Gemstones of the world (2001) More from other references
Brittle, Metallic
1.6 Cleavage
Distinct on {100}, poor on {110}; parting on {001}
{???} Good, {???} Good, {???} Distinct
1.7 Mohs Hardness
7-8.5
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1.8 Chemical Composition
AlAl6O3BSi3O18
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Dumortierite and Leucophanite Chemical Formula

While comparing Dumortierite and Leucophanite 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 Leucophanite chemical formula.

  • Chemical formula of Dumortierite- AlAl6O3BSi3O18
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Dumortierite and Leucophanite Specific Gravity

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