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Phenakite and Schorl Physical Properties

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Physical Properties

Tenacity

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Specific Gravity

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Cleavage

Mohs Hardness

Chemical Composition

 
Brittle
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2.90-2.98
Conchoidal, ConchoidalWalter Schumann
Distinct on {11 2 0}, imperfect on {10 1 1}
7.5-8
Be 2SiO 4Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references
 
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3.18-3.22
Uneven, Conchoidal
{1011} Indistinct
-9999
Na(Fe2+3)Al 6(Si 6O 18)(BO 3) 3(OH) 3(OH)Gemdat.org , Management Team (2012)

Phenakite and Schorl Chemical Formula

While comparing Phenakite 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 Phenakite and Schorl chemical formula.

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Phenakite and Schorl Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Phenakite and Schorl Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Phenakite Vs Schorl during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Phenakite is whereas that of Schorl is .