Natrolite and Scorodite Physical Properties
Tenacity
Brittle
Not Available
Solubility
Not Available
Not Available
Durability
Not Available
Not Available
Specific Gravity
2.20-2.26
Not Available
Fracture
Uneven, Brittle, Metallic, Gemstones (2009)
Sub-Conchoidal, Splintery
Cleavage
Perfect on {110}
{201} Imperfect, {100} Poor, {001} Poor
Mohs Hardness
5-5.5
3.5-4
Chemical Composition
Na 2[Al 2Si 3O 10] · 2H 2OMichael OâDonoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references
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Natrolite and Scorodite Chemical Formula
While comparing Natrolite 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 Natrolite and Scorodite chemical formula.
- Chemical formula of Natrolite- Na 2[Al 2Si 3O 10] · 2H 2OMichael OâDonoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references
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Natrolite and Scorodite Specific Gravity
Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Natrolite and Scorodite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Natrolite and Scorodite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Natrolite is Not Available whereas that of Scorodite is Not Available.