Emerald and Scapolite Physical Properties

Emerald

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1 Physical Properties

1.1 Tenacity

Not Available

1.2 Solubility

Not Available

1.3 Durability

Hard

Not Available

1.4 Specific Gravity

2.67-2.782.58-2.74

1 7.18

1.5 Fracture

Uneven, Uneven, ConchoidalWalter Schumann, Gemstones of the world (2001)

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

1.6 Cleavage

Imperfect on the [0001]

{100} Distinct, {110} Distinct

1.7 Mohs Hardness

7.5-85.5-6

2 10

1.8 Chemical Composition

Be₃Al₂SiO₆

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

Emerald and Scapolite Chemical Formula

While comparing Emerald 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 Emerald and Scapolite chemical formula.

Chemical formula of Emerald- Be₃Al₂SiO₆
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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Emerald and Scapolite Specific Gravity

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