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Opal Australia and Dumortierite Physical Properties


Dumortierite and Opal Australia Physical Properties


Physical Properties

Tenacity
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Solubility
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Durability
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Specific Gravity
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3.26-3.41   

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

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

Mohs Hardness
5.5-6.5   
7-8.5   

Chemical Composition
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AlAl6O3BSi3O18   

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Opal Australia and Dumortierite Chemical Formula

While comparing Opal Australia 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 Opal Australia and Dumortierite chemical formula.

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Opal Australia and Dumortierite Specific Gravity

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

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