Garnet Malaia and Schorl Physical Properties

Garnet Malaia

Schorl

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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

Not Available3.18-3.22

1 7.18

1.5 Fracture

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Uneven, Uneven, ConchoidalAnthony et al, Handbook of mineralogy (2001), Brittle, Conchoidal

1.6 Cleavage

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{1011} Indistinct

1.7 Mohs Hardness

7-7.5Not Available

2 10

1.8 Chemical Composition

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Na(Fe2+3)Al 6(Si 6O 18)(BO 3) 3(OH) 3(OH)Gemdat.org , Management Team (2012)

Garnet Malaia and Schorl Chemical Formula

While comparing Garnet Malaia 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 Garnet Malaia and Schorl chemical formula.

Chemical formula of Schorl- Na(Fe2+3)Al 6(Si 6O 18)(BO 3) 3(OH) 3(OH)Gemdat.org , Management Team (2012)

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Garnet Malaia and Schorl Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Garnet Malaia and Schorl Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Garnet Malaia and Schorl Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Garnet Malaia is 3.18-3.22 whereas that of Schorl is 3.18-3.22.