Golden Beryl and Dumortierite Physical Properties
Tenacity
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Solubility
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Durability
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Specific Gravity
2.6-2.8
  
3.26-3.41
  
Fracture
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Fibrous, ConchoidalWalter Schumann, Gemstones of the world (2001) More from other references
  
Cleavage
3,1 basal
  
Distinct on {100}, poor on {110}; parting on {001}
  
Mohs Hardness
7.5-8.0
  
7-8.5
  
Chemical Composition
Be3Al2SiO6
  
AlAl6O3BSi3O18
  
Golden Beryl and Dumortierite Chemical Formula
While comparing Golden Beryl 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 Golden Beryl and Dumortierite chemical formula.
- Chemical formula of Golden Beryl- Be3Al2SiO6
- Chemical formula of Dumortierite- AlAl6O3BSi3O18
Golden Beryl and Dumortierite Specific Gravity
Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Golden Beryl and Dumortierite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Golden Beryl and Dumortierite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Golden Beryl is 3.26-3.41 whereas that of Dumortierite is 3.26-3.41.