Hessonite and Dumortierite Physical Properties

Hessonite

Dumortierite

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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

3.55-3.733.26-3.41

1 7.18

1.5 Fracture

Uneven

Fibrous, ConchoidalWalter Schumann, Gemstones of the world (2001) More from other references

1.6 Cleavage

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Distinct on {100}, poor on {110}; parting on {001}

1.7 Mohs Hardness

7-7.57-8.5

2 10

1.8 Chemical Composition

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AlAl₆O₃BSi₃O₁₈

Hessonite and Dumortierite Chemical Formula

While comparing Hessonite 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 Hessonite and Dumortierite chemical formula.

Chemical formula of Dumortierite- AlAl₆O₃BSi₃O₁₈

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Hessonite and Dumortierite Specific Gravity

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