Amber and Schorl Physical Properties
Physical Properties
Tenacity
Not Available
Not Available
Solubility
Soluble
Not Available
Durability
Not Available
Not Available
Specific Gravity
1.05-1.10
3.18-3.22
Fracture
ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009), Conchoidal, Brittle, ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009), Conchoidal, Brittle
Uneven, Uneven, ConchoidalAnthony et al, Handbook of mineralogy (2001), Brittle, Conchoidal
Cleavage
None
{1011} Indistinct
Mohs Hardness
2-2.5
Not Available
Chemical Composition
[C,H,O]
Na(Fe2+3)Al 6(Si 6O 18)(BO 3) 3(OH) 3(OH)Gemdat.org , Management Team (2012)
Amber and Schorl Chemical Formula
While comparing Amber and Schorl 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 Amber and Schorl chemical formula.
- Chemical formula of Amber- [C,H,O]
- Chemical formula of Schorl- Na(Fe2+3)Al 6(Si 6O 18)(BO 3) 3(OH) 3(OH)Gemdat.org , Management Team (2012)
Amber and Schorl Specific Gravity
Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Amber and Schorl Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Amber and Schorl Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Amber is 3.18-3.22 whereas that of Schorl is 3.18-3.22.