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Jasper 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
2.58-2.91
3.26-3.41
1.5 Fracture
Conchoidal, Conchoidal, Gemstones of the world (2001)
Fibrous, ConchoidalWalter Schumann, Gemstones of the world (2001) More from other references
1.6 Cleavage
Indiscernible
Distinct on {100}, poor on {110}; parting on {001}
1.7 Mohs Hardness
6.5-7
7-8.5
1.8 Chemical Composition
SiO2
AlAl6O3BSi3O18

Jasper and Dumortierite Chemical Formula

While comparing Jasper 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 Jasper and Dumortierite chemical formula.

  • Chemical formula of Jasper- SiO2
  • Chemical formula of Dumortierite- AlAl6O3BSi3O18

Jasper and Dumortierite Specific Gravity

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