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Aquamarine 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
2.66-2.80
2.58-2.74
1.5 Fracture
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ConchoidalWalter Schumann, ConchoidalWalter Schumann, Gemstones of the world (2001) More from other references, Splintery
1.6 Cleavage
3,1 basal
{100} Distinct, {110} Distinct
1.7 Mohs Hardness
7.5-8
5.5-6
1.8 Chemical Composition
Be3Al2SiO6
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

Aquamarine and Scapolite Chemical Formula

While comparing Aquamarine 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 Aquamarine and Scapolite chemical formula.

  • Chemical formula of Aquamarine- Be3Al2SiO6
  • 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

Aquamarine and Scapolite Specific Gravity

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

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