Scapolite and Calcite Physical Properties
Tenacity
Not Available
Brittle
Solubility
Not Available
Soluble
Durability
Not Available
Not Available
Specific Gravity
2.58-2.74
2.67-2.73
Fracture
ConchoidalWalter Schumann, ConchoidalWalter Schumann, Gemstones of the world (2001) More from other references, Splintery
Conchoidal, ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009), ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009), Brittle, Conchoidal
Cleavage
{100} Distinct, {110} Distinct
Perfect on [10 1 1] three directions with angle of 74° 55
Chemical Composition
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
CaCO 3Ulrich Henn and Claudio C.
Scapolite and Calcite Chemical Formula
While comparing Scapolite and Calcite 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 Scapolite and Calcite chemical formula.
- 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
- Chemical formula of Calcite- CaCO 3Ulrich Henn and Claudio C.
Scapolite and Calcite Specific Gravity
Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Scapolite and Calcite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Scapolite and Calcite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Scapolite is 2.67-2.73 whereas that of Calcite is 2.67-2.73.