Dumortierite and Sphene Physical Properties
Tenacity
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Solubility
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Durability
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Specific Gravity
3.26-3.41
  
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Fracture
Fibrous, ConchoidalWalter Schumann, Gemstones of the world (2001) More from other references
  
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Cleavage
Distinct on {100}, poor on {110}; parting on {001}
  
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Mohs Hardness
7-8.5
  
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Chemical Composition
AlAl6O3BSi3O18
  
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Dumortierite and Sphene Chemical Formula
While comparing Dumortierite and Sphene 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 Sphene chemical formula.
- Chemical formula of Dumortierite- AlAl6O3BSi3O18
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Dumortierite and Sphene Specific Gravity
Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Dumortierite and Sphene Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Dumortierite and Sphene Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Dumortierite is Not Available whereas that of Sphene is Not Available.