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Dumortierite and Moss Agate 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
3.26-3.41
2.58-2.64
1.5 Fracture
Fibrous, ConchoidalWalter Schumann, Gemstones of the world (2001) More from other references
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1.6 Cleavage
Distinct on {100}, poor on {110}; parting on {001}
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1.7 Mohs Hardness
7-8.5
6.5-7
1.8 Chemical Composition
AlAl6O3BSi3O18
SiO 2Walter Schumann , Gemstones of the world (2001)

Dumortierite and Moss Agate Chemical Formula

While comparing Dumortierite and Moss Agate 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 Moss Agate chemical formula.

  • Chemical formula of Dumortierite- AlAl6O3BSi3O18
  • Chemical formula of Moss Agate- SiO 2Walter Schumann , Gemstones of the world (2001)

Dumortierite and Moss Agate Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Dumortierite and Moss Agate Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Dumortierite and Moss Agate Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Dumortierite is 2.58-2.64 whereas that of Moss Agate is 2.58-2.64.