Schorl and Taaffeite Physical Properties

Schorl and Taaffeite Chemical Formula

While comparing Schorl and Taaffeite 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 Taaffeite 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 Taaffeite- Mg 3Al 8BeO 16Walter Schumann , Gemstones of the world (2001) More from other references

Schorl and Taaffeite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Schorl and Taaffeite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Schorl and Taaffeite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Schorl is 3.60-3.61 whereas that of Taaffeite is 3.60-3.61.