Hiddenite and Scapolite Physical Properties

Hiddenite

Scapolite

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1 Physical Properties

1.1 Tenacity

Not Available

1.2 Solubility

Not Available

1.3 Durability

Not Available

1.4 Specific Gravity

3.15-3.212.58-2.74

1 7.18

1.5 Fracture

Gemstones of the world (2001), UnevenWalter Schumann, Gemstones of the world (2001)

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

1.6 Cleavage

1,2 prismatic

{100} Distinct, {110} Distinct

1.7 Mohs Hardness

6-75.5-6

2 10

1.8 Chemical Composition

LiAlSi₂O₆

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

Hiddenite and Scapolite Chemical Formula

While comparing Hiddenite 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 Hiddenite and Scapolite chemical formula.

Chemical formula of Hiddenite- LiAlSi₂O₆
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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Hiddenite and Scapolite Specific Gravity

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