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Vanadinite and Dumortierite Physical Properties

1 Physical Properties
1.1 Tenacity
Brittle
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1.2 Solubility
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Not Available
1.3 Durability
Not Available
Not Available
1.4 Specific Gravity
6.8-7.1
3.26-3.41
1.5 Fracture
Uneven, Conchoidal, Brittle
Fibrous, ConchoidalWalter Schumann, Gemstones of the world (2001) More from other references
1.6 Cleavage
None
Distinct on {100}, poor on {110}; parting on {001}
1.7 Mohs Hardness
3-4
7-8.5
1.8 Chemical Composition
C20H36
AlAl6O3BSi3O18

Vanadinite and Dumortierite Chemical Formula

While comparing Vanadinite 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 Vanadinite and Dumortierite chemical formula.

  • Chemical formula of Vanadinite- C20H36
  • Chemical formula of Dumortierite- AlAl6O3BSi3O18

Vanadinite and Dumortierite Specific Gravity

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