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Dumortierite and Wernerite 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
3.26-3.41
2.50-2.80
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
7-8.5
5-6.5
1.8 Chemical Composition
AlAl6O3BSi3O18
Na 4(Al,Si) 12O 24Cl to Ca 4(Si,Al) 12O 24(CO 3,SO 4)Arthur Thomas , Gemstones (2009)

Dumortierite and Wernerite Chemical Formula

While comparing Dumortierite and Wernerite 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 Wernerite chemical formula.

  • Chemical formula of Dumortierite- AlAl6O3BSi3O18
  • Chemical formula of Wernerite- Na 4(Al,Si) 12O 24Cl to Ca 4(Si,Al) 12O 24(CO 3,SO 4)Arthur Thomas , Gemstones (2009)

Dumortierite and Wernerite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Dumortierite and Wernerite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Dumortierite and Wernerite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Dumortierite is 2.50-2.80 whereas that of Wernerite is 2.50-2.80.