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Scapolite and Glaucophane Physical Properties

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
2.58-2.743-3.15
Amber
1 7.18
1.5 Fracture
ConchoidalWalter Schumann, ConchoidalWalter Schumann, Gemstones of the world (2001) More from other references, Splintery
Conchoidal, Brittle, Conchoidal
1.6 Cleavage
{100} Distinct, {110} Distinct
Good on [110] and on [001]
1.7 Mohs Hardness
5.5-66.0-6.5
Amber
2 10
1.8 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
[ ]Na2(Mg3Al2)Si8O22(OH)2

Scapolite and Glaucophane Chemical Formula

While comparing Scapolite and Glaucophane 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 Glaucophane 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 Glaucophane- [ ]Na2(Mg3Al2)Si8O22(OH)2

Scapolite and Glaucophane Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Scapolite and Glaucophane Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Scapolite and Glaucophane Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Scapolite is 3-3.15 whereas that of Glaucophane is 3-3.15.