Scapolite and Simpsonite Physical Properties
Tenacity
Not Available
Not Available
Solubility
Not Available
Not Available
Durability
Not Available
Not Available
Specific Gravity
2.58-2.74
Not Available
Fracture
ConchoidalWalter Schumann, ConchoidalWalter Schumann, Gemstones of the world (2001) More from other references, Splintery
ConchoidalAnthony et al, Handbook of mineralogy (2001), ConchoidalAnthony et al, Handbook of mineralogy (2001), Brittle, Conchoidal
Cleavage
{100} Distinct, {110} Distinct
None
Mohs Hardness
5.5-6
7-7.5
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
Al 4(Ta,Nb) 3(O,OH,F) 14Ulrich Henn and Claudio C.
Scapolite and Simpsonite Chemical Formula
While comparing Scapolite and Simpsonite 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 Simpsonite 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 Simpsonite- Al 4(Ta,Nb) 3(O,OH,F) 14Ulrich Henn and Claudio C.
Scapolite and Simpsonite Specific Gravity
Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Scapolite and Simpsonite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Scapolite and Simpsonite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Scapolite is Not Available whereas that of Simpsonite is Not Available.