Alunite and Schorlomite Physical Properties

Alunite and Schorlomite Chemical Formula

While comparing Alunite and Schorlomite 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 Alunite and Schorlomite chemical formula.

• Chemical formula of Alunite- KAl3(SO4)2(OH)6
• Chemical formula of Schorlomite- Ca 3Ti4+2(Fe3+2Si)O 12Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references

Alunite and Schorlomite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Alunite and Schorlomite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Alunite and Schorlomite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Alunite is 3.77-3.93 whereas that of Schorlomite is 3.77-3.93.