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Chrysoprase and Scorodite Physical Properties


Scorodite and Chrysoprase Physical Properties


Physical Properties

Tenacity
Not Available   
Not Available   

Solubility
Not Available   
Not Available   

Durability
Not Available   
Not Available   

Specific Gravity
2.58-2.64   
Not Available   

Fracture
Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)   
Sub-Conchoidal, Splintery   

Cleavage
None   
{201} Imperfect, {100} Poor, {001} Poor   

Mohs Hardness
6.5-7   
3.5-4   

Chemical Composition
SiO2 (with a high level of nickel impurities )   
Not Available   

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Chrysoprase and Scorodite Chemical Formula

While comparing Chrysoprase 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 Chrysoprase and Scorodite chemical formula.

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Chrysoprase and Scorodite Specific Gravity

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

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