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Scapolite and Pezzottaite 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
2.58-2.74
2.90-3.14
1.5 Fracture
ConchoidalWalter Schumann, ConchoidalWalter Schumann, Gemstones of the world (2001) More from other references, Splintery
Conchoidal, Uneven, ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009), Brittle
1.6 Cleavage
{100} Distinct, {110} Distinct
Imperfect; basal
1.7 Mohs Hardness
5.5-6
7.5-8
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
(Be,Cs) 3Al 2Si 6O 18 · 0.5H 2OUlrich Henn and Claudio C.

Scapolite and Pezzottaite Chemical Formula

While comparing Scapolite and Pezzottaite 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 Pezzottaite 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 Pezzottaite- (Be,Cs) 3Al 2Si 6O 18 · 0.5H 2OUlrich Henn and Claudio C.

Scapolite and Pezzottaite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Scapolite and Pezzottaite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Scapolite and Pezzottaite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Scapolite is 2.90-3.14 whereas that of Pezzottaite is 2.90-3.14.