Schorlomite and Amethyst Physical Properties

Schorlomite and Amethyst Chemical Formula

While comparing Schorlomite and Amethyst 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 Schorlomite and Amethyst chemical formula.

• Chemical formula of Schorlomite- Ca 3Ti4+2(Fe3+2Si)O 12Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references
• Chemical formula of Amethyst- SiO₂

Schorlomite and Amethyst Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Schorlomite and Amethyst Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Schorlomite and Amethyst Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Schorlomite is 2.65 whereas that of Amethyst is 2.65.