Schorlomite and Shigaite Physical Properties

Schorlomite and Shigaite Chemical Formula

While comparing Schorlomite and Shigaite 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 Shigaite chemical formula.

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

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Schorlomite and Shigaite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Schorlomite and Shigaite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Schorlomite is 2.32 whereas that of Shigaite is 2.32.