Quartz and Dumortierite Physical Properties

Quartz and Dumortierite Chemical Formula

While comparing Quartz 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 Quartz and Dumortierite chemical formula.

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

Quartz and Dumortierite Specific Gravity

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