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Zinnwaldite and Dumortierite Physical Properties


Dumortierite and Zinnwaldite Physical Properties


Physical Properties

Tenacity
Elastic   
Not Available   

Solubility
Not Available   
Not Available   

Durability
Not Available   
Not Available   

Specific Gravity
2.9-3.1   
3.26-3.41   

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

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

Mohs Hardness
3.5-4.0   
7-8.5   

Chemical Composition
Not Available   
AlAl6O3BSi3O18   

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Zinnwaldite and Dumortierite Chemical Formula

While comparing Zinnwaldite 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 Zinnwaldite and Dumortierite chemical formula.

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Zinnwaldite and Dumortierite Specific Gravity

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

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