Schorl and Gahnite Physical Properties
Tenacity
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Solubility
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Durability
Not Available
Not Available
Specific Gravity
3.18-3.22
4.00-4.62
Fracture
Uneven, Uneven, ConchoidalAnthony et al, Handbook of mineralogy (2001), Brittle, Conchoidal
Conchoidal, Uneven
Cleavage
{1011} Indistinct
Indistinct parting on [111]
Mohs Hardness
Not Available
7.5-8
Chemical Composition
Na(Fe2+3)Al 6(Si 6O 18)(BO 3) 3(OH) 3(OH)Gemdat.org , Management Team (2012)
ZnAl 2O 4Michael OâDonoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)
Schorl and Gahnite Chemical Formula
While comparing Schorl and Gahnite 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 Gahnite chemical formula.
- Chemical formula of Schorl- Na(Fe2+3)Al 6(Si 6O 18)(BO 3) 3(OH) 3(OH)Gemdat.org , Management Team (2012)
- Chemical formula of Gahnite- ZnAl 2O 4Michael OâDonoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)
Schorl and Gahnite Specific Gravity
Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Schorl and Gahnite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Schorl and Gahnite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Schorl is 4.00-4.62 whereas that of Gahnite is 4.00-4.62.