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Dumortierite and Quartz Physical Properties

Physical Properties

Tenacity

Solubility

Durability

Specific Gravity

Fracture

Cleavage

Mohs Hardness

Chemical Composition

 
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3.26-3.41
Fibrous, ConchoidalWalter Schumann
Distinct on {100}, poor on {110}; parting on {001}
7-8.5
AlAl6O3BSi3O18
 
Brittle
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2.65
Conchoidal
{0110} Indistinct
7
SiO2

Dumortierite and Quartz Chemical Formula

While comparing Dumortierite and Quartz 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 Quartz chemical formula.

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Dumortierite and Quartz Specific Gravity

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