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Scapolite
Scapolite

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Pyrope Almandine



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Scapolite and Pyrope Almandine 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
2.58-2.743.62-4.20
Amber
1 7.18
1.5 Fracture
ConchoidalWalter Schumann, ConchoidalWalter Schumann, Gemstones of the world (2001) More from other references, Splintery
ConchoidalGemdat.org, Management Team (2012), ConchoidalGemdat.org, Management Team (2012)
1.6 Cleavage
{100} Distinct, {110} Distinct
Not Available
1.7 Mohs Hardness
5.5-67-7.5
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
(Fe,Mg) 3Al 2(SiO 4) 3gemdat.org , Management Team (2012)

Scapolite and Pyrope Almandine Chemical Formula

While comparing Scapolite and Pyrope Almandine 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 Pyrope Almandine 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 Pyrope Almandine- (Fe,Mg) 3Al 2(SiO 4) 3gemdat.org , Management Team (2012)

Scapolite and Pyrope Almandine Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Scapolite and Pyrope Almandine Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Scapolite and Pyrope Almandine Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Scapolite is 3.62-4.20 whereas that of Pyrope Almandine is 3.62-4.20.