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Geodes and Scapolite Physical Properties


Scapolite and Geodes Physical Properties


Physical Properties

Tenacity
-  
-  

Solubility
-  
-  

Durability
-  
-  

Specific Gravity
-9999  
2.58-2.74  

Fracture
-  
ConchoidalWalter Schumann, Splintery  

Cleavage
None  
{100} Distinct, {110} Distinct  

Mohs Hardness
-9999  
5.5-6  

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  

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Geodes and Scapolite Chemical Formula

While comparing Geodes 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 Geodes and Scapolite chemical formula.

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Geodes and Scapolite Specific Gravity

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

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