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Corundum and Scorodite Physical Properties


Scorodite and Corundum Physical Properties


Physical Properties

Tenacity
Brittle   
Not Available   

Solubility
insoluble   
Not Available   

Durability
Not Available   
Not Available   

Specific Gravity
3.90-4.05   
Not Available   

Fracture
Uneven, Uneven, Gems, Difficult, Fibrous   
Sub-Conchoidal, Splintery   

Cleavage
None – parting in 3 directions   
{201} Imperfect, {100} Poor, {001} Poor   

Mohs Hardness
9   
3.5-4   

Chemical Composition
Al 2O 3Arthur Thomas , Gemstones (2009)   
Not Available   

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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.

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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.

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