Garnet Mali and Dumortierite Physical Properties
Tenacity
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Solubility
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Durability
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Specific Gravity
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3.26-3.41
  
Fracture
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Fibrous, ConchoidalWalter Schumann, Gemstones of the world (2001) More from other references
  
Cleavage
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Distinct on {100}, poor on {110}; parting on {001}
  
Mohs Hardness
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7-8.5
  
Chemical Composition
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AlAl6O3BSi3O18
  
Garnet Mali and Dumortierite Chemical Formula
While comparing Garnet Mali and Dumortierite 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 Garnet Mali and Dumortierite chemical formula.
>- Chemical formula of Dumortierite- AlAl6O3BSi3O18
Garnet Mali and Dumortierite Specific Gravity
Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Garnet Mali and Dumortierite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Garnet Mali and Dumortierite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Garnet Mali is 3.26-3.41 whereas that of Dumortierite is 3.26-3.41.