Schorl and Wulfenite Physical Properties

Schorl and Wulfenite Chemical Formula

While comparing Schorl and Wulfenite 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 Wulfenite 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 Wulfenite- PbMoO 4Walter Schumann , Gemstones of the world (2001)

Schorl and Wulfenite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Schorl and Wulfenite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Schorl and Wulfenite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Schorl is 6.50-7.00 whereas that of Wulfenite is 6.50-7.00.