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Schorl and Papagoite Physical Properties

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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
3.18-3.223.25
Amber
1 7.18
1.5 Fracture
Uneven, Uneven, ConchoidalAnthony et al, Handbook of mineralogy (2001), Brittle, Conchoidal
Brittle, Metallic
1.6 Cleavage
{1011} Indistinct
Imperfect in one direction
1.7 Mohs Hardness
Not Available5-5.5
Amber
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)
CaCuAlSi 2O 6(OH) 3Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)

Schorl and Papagoite Chemical Formula

While comparing Schorl and Papagoite 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 Papagoite 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 Papagoite- CaCuAlSi 2O 6(OH) 3Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)

Schorl and Papagoite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Schorl and Papagoite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Schorl and Papagoite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Schorl is 3.25 whereas that of Papagoite is 3.25.