Scapolite and Foitite Physical Properties

Scapolite and Foitite Chemical Formula

While comparing Scapolite and Foitite 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 Foitite 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 Foitite- Na x[Fe2+2(Al,Fe3+ )]Al 6(BO 3) 3Si 6O 18(OH) 4Anthony et al , Handbook of mineralogy (2001)

Scapolite and Foitite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Scapolite and Foitite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Scapolite and Foitite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Scapolite is 3.17 whereas that of Foitite is 3.17.