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Dumortierite and Schorl 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
3.26-3.413.18-3.22
Amber
1 7.18
1.5 Fracture
Fibrous, ConchoidalWalter Schumann, Gemstones of the world (2001) More from other references
Uneven, Uneven, ConchoidalAnthony et al, Handbook of mineralogy (2001), Brittle, Conchoidal
1.6 Cleavage
Distinct on {100}, poor on {110}; parting on {001}
{1011} Indistinct
1.7 Mohs Hardness
7-8.5Not Available
Amber
2 10
1.8 Chemical Composition
AlAl6O3BSi3O18
Na(Fe2+3)Al 6(Si 6O 18)(BO 3) 3(OH) 3(OH)Gemdat.org , Management Team (2012)

Dumortierite and Schorl Chemical Formula

While comparing Dumortierite and Schorl 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 Schorl chemical formula.

  • Chemical formula of Dumortierite- AlAl6O3BSi3O18
  • Chemical formula of Schorl- Na(Fe2+3)Al 6(Si 6O 18)(BO 3) 3(OH) 3(OH)Gemdat.org , Management Team (2012)

Dumortierite and Schorl Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Dumortierite and Schorl Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Dumortierite and Schorl Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Dumortierite is 3.18-3.22 whereas that of Schorl is 3.18-3.22.