Rossmanite and Scorodite Physical Properties

Rossmanite

Scorodite

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1 Physical Properties

1.1 Tenacity

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1.2 Solubility

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1.3 Durability

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1.4 Specific Gravity

3Not Available

1 7.18

1.5 Fracture

Brittle, Metallic

Sub-Conchoidal, Splintery

1.6 Cleavage

None

{201} Imperfect, {100} Poor, {001} Poor

1.7 Mohs Hardness

Not Available3.5-4

2 10

1.8 Chemical Composition

◻(LiAl 2)Al 6(Si 6O 18)(BO 3) 3(OH) 3(OH)Gemdat.org , Management Team (2012)

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Rossmanite and Scorodite Chemical Formula

While comparing Rossmanite 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 Rossmanite and Scorodite chemical formula.

Chemical formula of Rossmanite- ◻(LiAl 2)Al 6(Si 6O 18)(BO 3) 3(OH) 3(OH)Gemdat.org , Management Team (2012)

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Rossmanite and Scorodite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Rossmanite and Scorodite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Rossmanite and Scorodite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Rossmanite is Not Available whereas that of Scorodite is Not Available.