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Piemontite and Dumortierite Physical Properties

1 Physical Properties
1.1 Tenacity
Brittle
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1.2 Solubility
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1.3 Durability
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1.4 Specific Gravity
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3.26-3.41
1.5 Fracture
Uneven, Splintery
Fibrous, ConchoidalWalter Schumann, Gemstones of the world (2001) More from other references
1.6 Cleavage
[001] good, [100] distinct
Distinct on {100}, poor on {110}; parting on {001}
1.7 Mohs Hardness
6-6.5
7-8.5
1.8 Chemical Composition
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AlAl6O3BSi3O18

Piemontite and Dumortierite Chemical Formula

While comparing Piemontite 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 Piemontite and Dumortierite chemical formula.

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  • Chemical formula of Dumortierite- AlAl6O3BSi3O18

Piemontite and Dumortierite Specific Gravity

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