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Adamite and Scorodite Physical Properties

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1 Physical Properties
1.1 Tenacity
Brittle
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1.2 Solubility
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1.3 Durability
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1.4 Specific Gravity
4.32-4.48Not Available
Amber
1 7.18
1.5 Fracture
Uneven, Subconchoidal, ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009), Uneven, Subconchoidal, Brittle, Metallic, Brittle, Metallic
Sub-Conchoidal, Splintery
1.6 Cleavage
{101}, good; {010}, poor
{201} Imperfect, {100} Poor, {001} Poor
1.7 Mohs Hardness
3.53.5-4
Amber
2 10
1.8 Chemical Composition
Zn 2(AsO 4)(OH)Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth edition (2006)
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Adamite and Scorodite Chemical Formula

While comparing Adamite and Scorodite 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 Adamite and Scorodite chemical formula.

  • Chemical formula of Adamite- Zn 2(AsO 4)(OH)Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth edition (2006)
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Adamite and Scorodite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Adamite and Scorodite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Adamite and Scorodite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Adamite is Not Available whereas that of Scorodite is Not Available.