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Schorl and Sarcopside Physical Properties


Sarcopside and Schorl Physical Properties


Physical Properties

Tenacity
-  
-  

Solubility
-  
-  

Durability
-  
-  

Specific Gravity
3.18-3.22  
3.79-3.94  

Fracture
Uneven, Conchoidal  
Lamellar, Splintery  

Cleavage
{1011} Indistinct  
{100} Good, {001} Good, {010} Poor  

Mohs Hardness
-9999  
4  

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

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Schorl and Sarcopside Chemical Formula

While comparing Schorl and Sarcopside 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 Sarcopside chemical formula.

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Schorl and Sarcopside Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Schorl and Sarcopside Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Schorl and Sarcopside Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Schorl is 3.79-3.94 whereas that of Sarcopside is 3.79-3.94.

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