Copper and Scapolite Physical Properties

Copper

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1 Physical Properties

1.1 Tenacity

Not Available

1.2 Solubility

Not Available

1.3 Durability

Not Available

1.4 Specific Gravity

Not Available2.58-2.74

1 7.18

1.5 Fracture

Hackly Jagged, torn surfaces, (e.g. fractured metals)., torn surfaces, (e.g. fractured metals).

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

1.6 Cleavage

None

{100} Distinct, {110} Distinct

1.7 Mohs Hardness

2.55.5-6

2 10

1.8 Chemical Composition

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

Copper and Scapolite Chemical Formula

While comparing Copper 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 Copper and Scapolite chemical formula.

Chemical formula of Copper- Cu
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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Copper and Scapolite Specific Gravity

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