Radiolarite and Scorzalite Physical Properties

Radiolarite and Scorzalite Chemical Formula

While comparing Radiolarite and Scorzalite 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 Radiolarite and Scorzalite chemical formula.

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• Chemical formula of Scorzalite- (Fe2+ ,Mg)Al 2(PO 4) 2(OH) 2Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)

Radiolarite and Scorzalite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Radiolarite and Scorzalite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Radiolarite and Scorzalite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Radiolarite is 3.31 whereas that of Scorzalite is 3.31.