Rhodolite and Scapolite Physical Properties

Rhodolite

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1 Physical Properties

1.1 Tenacity

Not Available

1.2 Solubility

Not Available

1.3 Durability

Not Available

1.4 Specific Gravity

3.842.58-2.74

1 7.18

1.5 Fracture

Conchoidal

ConchoidalWalter Schumann, ConchoidalWalter Schumann, Gemstones of the world (2001) More from other references, Splintery

1.6 Cleavage

none, may show indistinct parting

{100} Distinct, {110} Distinct

1.7 Mohs Hardness

7-7.55.5-6

2 10

1.8 Chemical Composition

(Mg,Fe)₃Al₂Si₃O₁₂

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

Rhodolite and Scapolite Chemical Formula

While comparing Rhodolite 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 Rhodolite and Scapolite chemical formula.

Chemical formula of Rhodolite- (Mg,Fe)₃Al₂Si₃O₁₂
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

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Rhodolite and Scapolite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Rhodolite and Scapolite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Rhodolite and Scapolite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Rhodolite is 2.58-2.74 whereas that of Scapolite is 2.58-2.74.