Milarite and Schorlomite Physical Properties

Milarite

Schorlomite

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1 Physical Properties

1.1 Tenacity

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1.2 Solubility

Not Available

1.3 Durability

Not Available

1.4 Specific Gravity

2.52-2.603.77-3.93

1 7.18

1.5 Fracture

Uneven, Uneven, ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009), Brittle, Metallic

Gems, Conchoidal, Brittle

1.6 Cleavage

{0001} Imperfect, {1120} Imperfect

None

1.7 Mohs Hardness

5.5-67-7.5

2 10

1.8 Chemical Composition

KCa 2AlBe 2Si 12O 30 · 0.5H 2OMichael OâDonoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references

Ca 3Ti4+2(Fe3+2Si)O 12Michael OâDonoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references

Milarite and Schorlomite Chemical Formula

While comparing Milarite 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 Milarite and Schorlomite chemical formula.

Chemical formula of Milarite- KCa 2AlBe 2Si 12O 30 · 0.5H 2OMichael OâDonoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references
Chemical formula of Schorlomite- Ca 3Ti4+2(Fe3+2Si)O 12Michael OâDonoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references

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Milarite and Schorlomite Specific Gravity

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