Friedelite and Scapolite Physical Properties

Friedelite

Scapolite

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1 Physical Properties

1.1 Tenacity

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1.2 Solubility

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1.3 Durability

Not Available

1.4 Specific Gravity

3.06-3.192.58-2.74

1 7.18

1.5 Fracture

UnevenArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009) Tough, UnevenArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009) Tough, Brittle, Uneven

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

1.6 Cleavage

{010} Perfect

{100} Distinct, {110} Distinct

1.7 Mohs Hardness

4-55.5-6

2 10

1.8 Chemical Composition

Mn 8Si 6O 15(OH,Cl) 10Ulrich Henn and Claudio C.

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

Friedelite and Scapolite Chemical Formula

While comparing Friedelite 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 Friedelite and Scapolite chemical formula.

Chemical formula of Friedelite- Mn 8Si 6O 15(OH,Cl) 10Ulrich Henn and Claudio C.
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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Friedelite and Scapolite Specific Gravity

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