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Microcline and Dumortierite Physical Properties


Dumortierite and Microcline Physical Properties


Physical Properties

Tenacity
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Solubility
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Durability
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Specific Gravity
2.55-2.63   
3.26-3.41   

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

Cleavage
{001} Perfect, {010} Good   
Distinct on {100}, poor on {110}; parting on {001}   

Mohs Hardness
6-6.5   
7-8.5   

Chemical Composition
KAlSi 3O 8Arthur Thomas , Gemstones (2009)   
AlAl6O3BSi3O18   

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Microcline and Dumortierite Chemical Formula

While comparing Microcline 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 Microcline and Dumortierite chemical formula.

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Microcline and Dumortierite Specific Gravity

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

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