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Musgravite and Schorl Physical Properties


Schorl and Musgravite Physical Properties


Physical Properties

Tenacity
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Solubility
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Durability
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Not Available   

Specific Gravity
3.62-3.68   
3.18-3.22   

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

Cleavage
Not Available   
{1011} Indistinct   

Mohs Hardness
8-8.5   
Not Available   

Chemical Composition
(Mg,Fe,Zn)Al 6BeO 12Ulrich Henn and Claudio C.   
Na(Fe2+3)Al 6(Si 6O 18)(BO 3) 3(OH) 3(OH)Gemdat.org , Management Team (2012)   

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Musgravite and Schorl Chemical Formula

While comparing Musgravite 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 Musgravite and Schorl chemical formula.

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Musgravite and Schorl Specific Gravity

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

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