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Schorl and Shattuckite Physical Properties

Physical Properties

Tenacity

Solubility

Durability

Specific Gravity

Fracture

Cleavage

Mohs Hardness

Chemical Composition

 
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3.18-3.22
Uneven, Conchoidal
{1011} Indistinct
-9999
Na(Fe2+3)Al 6(Si 6O 18)(BO 3) 3(OH) 3(OH)Gemdat.org , Management Team (2012)
 
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3.80-4.15
Uneven
perfect along [010] and [100]
3.5-4
Cu 5(SiO 3) 4(OH) 2Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references

Schorl and Shattuckite Chemical Formula

While comparing Schorl and Shattuckite 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 Shattuckite chemical formula.

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Schorl and Shattuckite Specific Gravity

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