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Scapolite and Pyroxmangite Physical Properties


Pyroxmangite and Scapolite Physical Properties


Physical Properties

Tenacity
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Solubility
-  
-  

Durability
-  
-  

Specific Gravity
2.58-2.74  
3.76-3.77  

Fracture
ConchoidalWalter Schumann, Splintery  
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Cleavage
{100} Distinct, {110} Distinct  
{110} Perfect, {110} Perfect  

Mohs Hardness
5.5-6  
5-6  

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,Mn) 7Si 7O 21Ulrich Henn and Claudio C.  

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Scapolite and Pyroxmangite Chemical Formula

While comparing Scapolite and Pyroxmangite 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 Pyroxmangite chemical formula.

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Scapolite and Pyroxmangite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Scapolite and Pyroxmangite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Scapolite and Pyroxmangite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Scapolite is 3.76-3.77 whereas that of Pyroxmangite is 3.76-3.77.

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