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Schorl and Wernerite Physical Properties


Wernerite and Schorl Physical Properties


Physical Properties

Tenacity
-  
-  

Solubility
-  
-  

Durability
-  
-  

Specific Gravity
3.18-3.22  
2.50-2.80  

Fracture
Uneven, Conchoidal  
-  

Cleavage
{1011} Indistinct  
Perfect  

Mohs Hardness
-9999  
5-6.5  

Chemical Composition
Na(Fe2+3)Al 6(Si 6O 18)(BO 3) 3(OH) 3(OH)Gemdat.org , Management Team (2012)  
Na 4(Al,Si) 12O 24Cl to Ca 4(Si,Al) 12O 24(CO 3,SO 4)Arthur Thomas , Gemstones (2009)  

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Schorl and Wernerite Chemical Formula

While comparing Schorl and Wernerite 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 Wernerite chemical formula.

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Schorl and Wernerite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Schorl and Wernerite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Schorl and Wernerite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Schorl is 2.50-2.80 whereas that of Wernerite is 2.50-2.80.

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