Orthoclase and Scorodite Physical Properties
Tenacity
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Solubility
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Durability
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Specific Gravity
2.54-2.61
  
Not Available
  
Fracture
Gems, Uneven
  
Sub-Conchoidal, Splintery
  
Cleavage
Has perfect cleavage on {001} and good cleavage on {010}. Cleavages intersect at 90°.
  
{201} Imperfect, {100} Poor, {001} Poor
  
Mohs Hardness
6
  
3.5-4
  
Chemical Composition
KAlSi 3O 8Michael OâDonoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references
  
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Orthoclase and Scorodite Chemical Formula
While comparing Orthoclase 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 Orthoclase and Scorodite chemical formula.
- Chemical formula of Orthoclase- KAlSi 3O 8Michael OâDonoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references
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Orthoclase and Scorodite Specific Gravity
Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Orthoclase and Scorodite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Orthoclase and Scorodite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Orthoclase is Not Available whereas that of Scorodite is Not Available.