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Schorl and Atacamite Physical Properties

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Physical Properties

Tenacity

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Durability

Specific Gravity

Fracture

Cleavage

Mohs Hardness

Chemical Composition

 
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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)
 
Brittle
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3.745-3.776
Conchoidal
Perfect on {010}, fair on {101}
3-3.5
Cu2Cl(OH)3

Schorl and Atacamite Chemical Formula

While comparing Schorl and Atacamite 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 Schorl and Atacamite chemical formula.

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Schorl and Atacamite Specific Gravity

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