Schorlomite and Gyrolite Physical Properties

Schorlomite and Gyrolite Chemical Formula

While comparing Schorlomite and Gyrolite 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 Gyrolite 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 Gyrolite- NaCa16Si23AlO60(OH)8•64(H2O)

Schorlomite and Gyrolite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Schorlomite and Gyrolite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Schorlomite and Gyrolite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Schorlomite is 2.48 whereas that of Gyrolite is 2.48.