Dumortierite and Shungite Physical Properties

Dumortierite

Shungite

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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

3.26-3.41Not Available

1 7.18

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

7-8.5Not Available

2 10

1.8 Chemical Composition

AlAl₆O₃BSi₃O₁₈

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Dumortierite and Shungite Chemical Formula

While comparing Dumortierite and Shungite 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 Shungite chemical formula.

Chemical formula of Dumortierite- AlAl₆O₃BSi₃O₁₈

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Dumortierite and Shungite Specific Gravity

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