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Dumortierite
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Dumortierite and Serpentine 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
3.26-3.412.44-2.62
Amber
1 7.18
1.5 Fracture
Fibrous, ConchoidalWalter Schumann, Gemstones of the world (2001) More from other references
Uneven, Uneven, Gemstones of the world (2001) More from other references
1.6 Cleavage
Distinct on {100}, poor on {110}; parting on {001}
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1.7 Mohs Hardness
7-8.52.5-5.5
Amber
2 10
1.8 Chemical Composition
AlAl6O3BSi3O18
H 4Mg 3Si 2O 9Walter Schumann , Gemstones of the world (2001) More from other references

Dumortierite and Serpentine Chemical Formula

While comparing Dumortierite and Serpentine 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 Serpentine chemical formula.

  • Chemical formula of Dumortierite- AlAl6O3BSi3O18
  • Chemical formula of Serpentine- H 4Mg 3Si 2O 9Walter Schumann , Gemstones of the world (2001) More from other references

Dumortierite and Serpentine Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Dumortierite and Serpentine Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Dumortierite and Serpentine Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Dumortierite is 2.44-2.62 whereas that of Serpentine is 2.44-2.62.