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Dumortierite
Dumortierite

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Dumortierite and Nickeline Physical Properties

1 Physical Properties
1.1 Tenacity
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Brittle
1.2 Solubility
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1.3 Durability
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1.4 Specific Gravity
3.26-3.41Not Available
Amber
1 7.18
1.5 Fracture
Fibrous, ConchoidalWalter Schumann, Gemstones of the world (2001) More from other references
Conchoidal, Uneven
1.6 Cleavage
Distinct on {100}, poor on {110}; parting on {001}
{1010} Imperfect, {0001} Imperfect
1.7 Mohs Hardness
7-8.55-5.5
Amber
2 10
1.8 Chemical Composition
AlAl6O3BSi3O18
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Dumortierite and Nickeline Chemical Formula

While comparing Dumortierite and Nickeline 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 Nickeline chemical formula.

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

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