Esperite and Dumortierite quartz Physical Properties

Esperite

Dumortierite quartz

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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

4.28-4.42Not Available

1 7.18

1.5 Fracture

Conchoidal, ConchoidalAnthony et al, Handbook of mineralogy (2001), Brittle, Metallic

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1.6 Cleavage

Distinct on [010] and [100] poor on [101]

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1.7 Mohs Hardness

5-5.5Not Available

2 10

1.8 Chemical Composition

PbCa 3Zn 4(SiO 4) 4Anthony et al , Handbook of mineralogy (2001)

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Esperite and Dumortierite quartz Chemical Formula

While comparing Esperite and Dumortierite quartz 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 Esperite and Dumortierite quartz chemical formula.

Chemical formula of Esperite- PbCa 3Zn 4(SiO 4) 4Anthony et al , Handbook of mineralogy (2001)

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Esperite and Dumortierite quartz Specific Gravity

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