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Schorl and Pectolite Physical Properties


Pectolite and Schorl Physical Properties


Physical Properties

Tenacity
-  
Brittle  

Solubility
-  
-  

Durability
-  
-  

Specific Gravity
3.18-3.22  
2.74-2.90  

Fracture
Uneven, Conchoidal  
Uneven, Splintery  

Cleavage
{1011} Indistinct  
Perfect on {100} and {001}  

Mohs Hardness
-9999  
4.5-5  

Chemical Composition
Na(Fe2+3)Al 6(Si 6O 18)(BO 3) 3(OH) 3(OH)Gemdat.org , Management Team (2012)  
Ca 2NaHSi 3O 9Ulrich Henn and Claudio C.  

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Schorl and Pectolite Chemical Formula

While comparing Schorl and Pectolite 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 Pectolite chemical formula.

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Schorl and Pectolite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Schorl and Pectolite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Schorl and Pectolite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Schorl is 2.74-2.90 whereas that of Pectolite is 2.74-2.90.

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