Nepheline and Scapolite Physical Properties
Tenacity
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Solubility
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Durability
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Specific Gravity
2.55-2.65
2.58-2.74
Fracture
Subconchoidal, ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009), Conchoidal, Brittle
ConchoidalWalter Schumann, ConchoidalWalter Schumann, Gemstones of the world (2001) More from other references, Splintery
Cleavage
[1010] Poor
{100} Distinct, {110} Distinct
Chemical Composition
Na 3(Na,K)Al 4Si 4O 16Ulrich 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
Nepheline and Scapolite Chemical Formula
While comparing Nepheline 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 Nepheline and Scapolite chemical formula.
- Chemical formula of Nepheline- Na 3(Na,K)Al 4Si 4O 16Ulrich 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
Nepheline and Scapolite Specific Gravity
Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Nepheline and Scapolite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Nepheline and Scapolite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Nepheline is 2.58-2.74 whereas that of Scapolite is 2.58-2.74.