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Dumortierite and Variscite Physical Properties


Variscite and Dumortierite Physical Properties


Physical Properties

Tenacity
-  
-  

Solubility
-  
-  

Durability
-  
-  

Specific Gravity
3.26-3.41  
2.42-2.58  

Fracture
Fibrous, ConchoidalWalter Schumann  
Conchoidal, Splintery, ConchoidalWalter Schumann  

Cleavage
Distinct on {100}, poor on {110}; parting on {001}  
[010] perfect  

Mohs Hardness
7-8.5  
4-5  

Chemical Composition
AlAl6O3BSi3O18  
AlPO4 · 2(H2O)  

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Dumortierite and Variscite Chemical Formula

While comparing Dumortierite and Variscite 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 Variscite chemical formula.

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Dumortierite and Variscite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Dumortierite and Variscite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Dumortierite and Variscite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Dumortierite is 2.42-2.58 whereas that of Variscite is 2.42-2.58.

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