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Scorzalite 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
3.313.26-3.41
Amber
1 7.18
1.5 Fracture
Uneven
Fibrous, ConchoidalWalter Schumann, Gemstones of the world (2001) More from other references
1.6 Cleavage
{110} Good
Distinct on {100}, poor on {110}; parting on {001}
1.7 Mohs Hardness
5.5-67-8.5
Amber
2 10
1.5 Chemical Composition
(Fe2+ ,Mg)Al 2(PO 4) 2(OH) 2Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)
AlAl6O3BSi3O18

Scorzalite and Dumortierite Chemical Formula

While comparing Scorzalite 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 Scorzalite and Dumortierite chemical formula.

  • Chemical formula of Scorzalite- (Fe2+ ,Mg)Al 2(PO 4) 2(OH) 2Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)
  • Chemical formula of Dumortierite- AlAl6O3BSi3O18

Scorzalite and Dumortierite Specific Gravity

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