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Uvite and Schorlomite Physical Properties

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1 Physical Properties
1.1 Tenacity
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1.2 Solubility
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1.3 Durability
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1.4 Specific Gravity
2.97-3.14
3.77-3.93
1.5 Fracture
Uneven, Conchoidal, Brittle
Gems, Conchoidal, Brittle
1.6 Cleavage
{1011} Indistinct
None
1.7 Mohs Hardness
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7-7.5
1.8 Chemical Composition
Ca(Mg 3)MgAl 5(Si 6O 18)(BO 3) 3(OH) 3(OH)Gemdat.org , Management Team (2012)
Ca 3Ti4+2(Fe3+2Si)O 12Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references

Uvite and Schorlomite Chemical Formula

While comparing Uvite and Schorlomite 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 Uvite and Schorlomite chemical formula.

  • Chemical formula of Uvite- Ca(Mg 3)MgAl 5(Si 6O 18)(BO 3) 3(OH) 3(OH)Gemdat.org , Management Team (2012)
  • Chemical formula of Schorlomite- Ca 3Ti4+2(Fe3+2Si)O 12Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references

Uvite and Schorlomite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Uvite and Schorlomite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Uvite and Schorlomite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Uvite is 3.77-3.93 whereas that of Schorlomite is 3.77-3.93.