Schorl and Hawks Eye Physical Properties

Schorl

Hawks Eye

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1 Physical Properties

1.1 Tenacity

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1.2 Solubility

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1.3 Durability

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1.4 Specific Gravity

3.18-3.22Not Available

1 7.18

1.5 Fracture

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

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1.6 Cleavage

{1011} Indistinct

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1.7 Mohs Hardness

Not Available7

2 10

1.8 Chemical Composition

Na(Fe2+3)Al 6(Si 6O 18)(BO 3) 3(OH) 3(OH)Gemdat.org , Management Team (2012)

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Schorl and Hawks Eye Chemical Formula

While comparing Schorl and Hawks Eye 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 Hawks Eye 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)

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Schorl and Hawks Eye Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Schorl and Hawks Eye Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Schorl and Hawks Eye Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Schorl is Not Available whereas that of Hawks Eye is Not Available.