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Actinolite and Scapolite Physical Properties

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
3.00
2.58-2.74
1.5 Fracture
Uneven, UnevenArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009), Splintery
ConchoidalWalter Schumann, ConchoidalWalter Schumann, Gemstones of the world (2001) More from other references, Splintery
1.6 Cleavage
perfect along {110}.
{100} Distinct, {110} Distinct
1.7 Mohs Hardness
5-6
5.5-6
1.8 Chemical Composition
Ca 2(Mg,Fe) 5Si 8O 22(OH) 2Ulrich Henn and Claudio C.
Na 4Al 3Si 9O 24Cl to Ca 4Al 6Si 6O 24(CO 3,SO 4)Walter Schumann , Gemstones of the world (2001) More from other references

Actinolite and Scapolite Chemical Formula

While comparing Actinolite and Scapolite 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 Actinolite and Scapolite chemical formula.

  • Chemical formula of Actinolite- Ca 2(Mg,Fe) 5Si 8O 22(OH) 2Ulrich Henn and Claudio C.
  • Chemical formula of Scapolite- Na 4Al 3Si 9O 24Cl to Ca 4Al 6Si 6O 24(CO 3,SO 4)Walter Schumann , Gemstones of the world (2001) More from other references

Actinolite and Scapolite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Actinolite and Scapolite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Actinolite and Scapolite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Actinolite is 2.58-2.74 whereas that of Scapolite is 2.58-2.74.

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