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Vanadinite and Schorl Physical Properties


Schorl and Vanadinite Physical Properties


Physical Properties

Tenacity
Brittle  
-  

Solubility
-  
-  

Durability
-  
-  

Specific Gravity
6.8-7.1  
3.18-3.22  

Fracture
Uneven, Conchoidal  
Uneven, Conchoidal  

Cleavage
None  
{1011} Indistinct  

Mohs Hardness
3-4  
-9999  

Chemical Composition
C20H36  
Na(Fe2+3)Al 6(Si 6O 18)(BO 3) 3(OH) 3(OH)Gemdat.org , Management Team (2012)  

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Vanadinite and Schorl Chemical Formula

While comparing Vanadinite and Schorl 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 Vanadinite and Schorl chemical formula.

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Vanadinite and Schorl Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Vanadinite and Schorl Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Vanadinite and Schorl Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Vanadinite is 3.18-3.22 whereas that of Schorl is 3.18-3.22.

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