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Padparadscha and Schorl Physical Properties


Schorl and Padparadscha Physical Properties


Physical Properties

Tenacity
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Solubility
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Durability
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Specific Gravity
3.95-4.10   
3.18-3.22   

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

Cleavage
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{1011} Indistinct   

Mohs Hardness
9   
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Chemical Composition
Al 2O 3Ulrich 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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Padparadscha and Schorl Chemical Formula

While comparing Padparadscha 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 Padparadscha and Schorl chemical formula.

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Padparadscha and Schorl Specific Gravity

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

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