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Biotite 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
2.7-3.3
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1.5 Fracture
Uneven, Even, Yellow, White
Sub-Conchoidal, Splintery
1.6 Cleavage
Perfect on the {001}
{201} Imperfect, {100} Poor, {001} Poor
1.7 Mohs Hardness
2.5-3.0
3.5-4
1.8 Chemical Composition
K(Mg,Fe++)3[AlSi3O10(OH,F)2
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Biotite and Scorodite Chemical Formula

While comparing Biotite 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 Biotite and Scorodite chemical formula.

  • Chemical formula of Biotite- K(Mg,Fe++)3[AlSi3O10(OH,F)2
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Biotite and Scorodite Specific Gravity

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