Schorl and Kashmir sapphire Physical Properties
Tenacity
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Solubility
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Durability
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Specific Gravity
3.18-3.22
  
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Fracture
Uneven, Uneven, ConchoidalAnthony et al, Handbook of mineralogy (2001), Brittle, Conchoidal
  
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Cleavage
{1011} Indistinct
  
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Mohs Hardness
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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 Kashmir sapphire Chemical Formula
While comparing Schorl and Kashmir sapphire 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 Kashmir sapphire 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 Kashmir sapphire Specific Gravity
Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Schorl and Kashmir sapphire Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Schorl and Kashmir sapphire Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Schorl is Not Available whereas that of Kashmir sapphire is Not Available.