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Gaylussite and Dumortierite Physical Properties

1 Physical Properties
1.1 Tenacity
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1.2 Solubility
decomposes in water
Not Available
1.3 Durability
Not Available
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1.4 Specific Gravity
1.93-1.993.26-3.41
Amber
1 7.18
1.5 Fracture
Conchoidal, Conchoidal, Brittle
Fibrous, ConchoidalWalter Schumann, Gemstones of the world (2001) More from other references
1.6 Cleavage
perfect [110]
Distinct on {100}, poor on {110}; parting on {001}
1.7 Mohs Hardness
2.57-8.5
Amber
2 10
1.8 Chemical Composition
Na2Ca(CO3)2•5(H2O)
AlAl6O3BSi3O18

Gaylussite and Dumortierite Chemical Formula

While comparing Gaylussite 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 Gaylussite and Dumortierite chemical formula.

  • Chemical formula of Gaylussite- Na2Ca(CO3)2•5(H2O)
  • Chemical formula of Dumortierite- AlAl6O3BSi3O18

Gaylussite and Dumortierite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Gaylussite and Dumortierite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Gaylussite and Dumortierite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Gaylussite is 3.26-3.41 whereas that of Dumortierite is 3.26-3.41.