Kornerupine and Scorodite Physical Properties
Tenacity
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Solubility
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Durability
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Specific Gravity
3.25-3.45
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Fracture
ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009), ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009), Brittle, Uneven
Sub-Conchoidal, Splintery
Cleavage
Good on {110}
{201} Imperfect, {100} Poor, {001} Poor
Chemical Composition
Mg 3Al 6(Si,Al,B) 5O 21(OH)Walter Schumann , Gemstones of the world (2001) More from other references
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Kornerupine and Scorodite Chemical Formula
While comparing Kornerupine and Scorodite 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 Kornerupine and Scorodite chemical formula.
- Chemical formula of Kornerupine- Mg 3Al 6(Si,Al,B) 5O 21(OH)Walter Schumann , Gemstones of the world (2001) More from other references
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Kornerupine and Scorodite Specific Gravity
Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Kornerupine and Scorodite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Kornerupine and Scorodite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Kornerupine is Not Available whereas that of Scorodite is Not Available.