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Schorl and Inderite Physical Properties


Inderite and Schorl Physical Properties


Physical Properties

Tenacity
-  
-  

Solubility
-  
-  

Durability
-  
-  

Specific Gravity
3.18-3.22  
1.79  

Fracture
Uneven, Conchoidal  
Uneven  

Cleavage
{1011} Indistinct  
{110} Good  

Mohs Hardness
-9999  
2.5  

Chemical Composition
Na(Fe2+3)Al 6(Si 6O 18)(BO 3) 3(OH) 3(OH)Gemdat.org , Management Team (2012)  
MgB 3O 3(OH) 5 · 5H 2OMichael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)  

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Schorl and Inderite Chemical Formula

While comparing Schorl and Inderite 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 Inderite chemical formula.

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Schorl and Inderite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Schorl and Inderite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Schorl and Inderite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Schorl is 1.79 whereas that of Inderite is 1.79.

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