Microcline and Scorodite Physical Properties

Microcline

Scorodite

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1 Physical Properties

1.1 Tenacity

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1.2 Solubility

Not Available

1.3 Durability

Not Available

1.4 Specific Gravity

2.55-2.63Not Available

1 7.18

1.5 Fracture

Uneven, Uneven, Gems

Sub-Conchoidal, Splintery

1.6 Cleavage

{001} Perfect, {010} Good

{201} Imperfect, {100} Poor, {001} Poor

1.7 Mohs Hardness

6-6.53.5-4

2 10

1.8 Chemical Composition

KAlSi 3O 8Arthur Thomas , Gemstones (2009)

Not Available

Microcline and Scorodite Chemical Formula

While comparing Microcline 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 Microcline and Scorodite chemical formula.

Chemical formula of Microcline- KAlSi 3O 8Arthur Thomas , Gemstones (2009)

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Microcline and Scorodite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Microcline and Scorodite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Microcline and Scorodite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Microcline is Not Available whereas that of Scorodite is Not Available.