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Albite 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
2.60-2.65
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1.5 Fracture
Uneven, Uneven, Gems, Sixth Edition (2006), Uneven, Conchoidal
Sub-Conchoidal, Splintery
1.6 Cleavage
Perfect on {001}, very good on {010}, imperfect on {110}
{201} Imperfect, {100} Poor, {001} Poor
1.7 Mohs Hardness
6-6.5
3.5-4
1.8 Chemical Composition
NaAlSi 3O 8Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)
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Albite and Scorodite Chemical Formula

While comparing Albite 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 Albite and Scorodite chemical formula.

  • Chemical formula of Albite- NaAlSi 3O 8Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)
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Albite and Scorodite Specific Gravity

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

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