Corundum and Scorodite Physical Properties

Corundum

Scorodite

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1 Physical Properties

1.1 Tenacity

Brittle

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1.2 Solubility

insoluble

Not Available

1.3 Durability

Not Available

1.4 Specific Gravity

3.90-4.05Not Available

1 7.18

1.5 Fracture

Uneven, Uneven, Gems, Difficult, Fibrous

Sub-Conchoidal, Splintery

1.6 Cleavage

None – parting in 3 directions

{201} Imperfect, {100} Poor, {001} Poor

1.7 Mohs Hardness

93.5-4

2 10

1.8 Chemical Composition

Al 2O 3Arthur Thomas , Gemstones (2009)

Not Available

Corundum and Scorodite Chemical Formula

While comparing Corundum 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 Corundum and Scorodite chemical formula.

Chemical formula of Corundum- Al 2O 3Arthur Thomas , Gemstones (2009)

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Corundum and Scorodite Specific Gravity

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