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Holmquistite and Dumortierite Physical Properties

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
2.95-3.13
3.26-3.41
1.5 Fracture
Not Available
Fibrous, ConchoidalWalter Schumann, Gemstones of the world (2001) More from other references
1.6 Cleavage
{210} Perfect
Distinct on {100}, poor on {110}; parting on {001}
1.7 Mohs Hardness
5-6
7-8.5
1.8 Chemical Composition
Li 2[(Mg,Fe2+ ) 3Al 2]Si 8O 22(OH) 2Anthony et al , Handbook of mineralogy (2001)
AlAl6O3BSi3O18

Holmquistite and Dumortierite Chemical Formula

While comparing Holmquistite 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 Holmquistite and Dumortierite chemical formula.

  • Chemical formula of Holmquistite- Li 2[(Mg,Fe2+ ) 3Al 2]Si 8O 22(OH) 2Anthony et al , Handbook of mineralogy (2001)
  • Chemical formula of Dumortierite- AlAl6O3BSi3O18

Holmquistite and Dumortierite Specific Gravity

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