Piemontite and Schorlomite Physical Properties

Piemontite and Schorlomite Chemical Formula

While comparing Piemontite 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 Piemontite and Schorlomite chemical formula.

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• Chemical formula of Schorlomite- Ca 3Ti4+2(Fe3+2Si)O 12Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references

Piemontite and Schorlomite Specific Gravity

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