Hambergite and Scapolite Physical Properties

Hambergite

Scapolite

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Physical Properties

Tenacity

Brittle

Solubility

Durability

Specific Gravity

2.33-2.372.58-2.74

1 7.18

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Fracture

ConchoidalWalter Schumann

ConchoidalWalter Schumann, Splintery

Cleavage

Perfect on {010}, good on {100}

{100} Distinct, {110} Distinct

Mohs Hardness

7.55.5-6

2 10

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Chemical Composition

Be 2BO 3(OH)Ulrich 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

Hambergite and Scapolite Chemical Formula

While comparing Hambergite 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 Hambergite and Scapolite chemical formula.

Chemical formula of Hambergite- Be 2BO 3(OH)Ulrich 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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Hambergite and Scapolite Specific Gravity

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