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Schorl and Fuchsite Physical Properties


Fuchsite and Schorl Physical Properties


Physical Properties

Tenacity
Not Available   
Not Available   

Solubility
Not Available   
Not Available   

Durability
Not Available   
Not Available   

Specific Gravity
3.18-3.22   
2.77-2.88   

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

Cleavage
{1011} Indistinct   
Perfect basal   

Mohs Hardness
Not Available   
2.5   

Chemical Composition
Na(Fe2+3)Al 6(Si 6O 18)(BO 3) 3(OH) 3(OH)Gemdat.org , Management Team (2012)   
K(Al,Cr) 3Si 3O 10(OH) 2Gemdat.org , Management Team (2012)   

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Schorl and Fuchsite Chemical Formula

While comparing Schorl and Fuchsite 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 Fuchsite chemical formula.

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Schorl and Fuchsite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Schorl and Fuchsite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Schorl and Fuchsite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Schorl is 2.77-2.88 whereas that of Fuchsite is 2.77-2.88.

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