Schorlomite and Phlogopite Physical Properties

Schorlomite and Phlogopite Chemical Formula

While comparing Schorlomite and Phlogopite 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 Phlogopite 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 Phlogopite- KMg3(Si3Al)O10(F,OH)2

Schorlomite and Phlogopite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Schorlomite and Phlogopite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Schorlomite and Phlogopite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Schorlomite is 2.78-2.85 whereas that of Phlogopite is 2.78-2.85.