Catapleiite and Scapolite Physical Properties

Catapleiite

Scapolite

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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

2.722.58-2.74

1 7.18

1.5 Fracture

Brittle, Metallic, Brittle, Metallic

ConchoidalWalter Schumann, ConchoidalWalter Schumann, Gemstones of the world (2001) More from other references, Splintery

1.6 Cleavage

{110} Perfect, {010} Perfect

{100} Distinct, {110} Distinct

1.7 Mohs Hardness

5-65.5-6

2 10

1.8 Chemical Composition

Na 2ZrSi 3O 9 · 2H 2OMichael OâDonoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)

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

Catapleiite and Scapolite Chemical Formula

While comparing Catapleiite 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 Catapleiite and Scapolite chemical formula.

Chemical formula of Catapleiite- Na 2ZrSi 3O 9 · 2H 2OMichael OâDonoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)
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

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Catapleiite and Scapolite Specific Gravity

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