Scapolite and Spodumene Physical Properties

Scapolite

Spodumene

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1 Physical Properties

1.1 Tenacity

Not Available

Brittle

1.2 Solubility

Not Available

insoluble

1.3 Durability

Not Available

1.4 Specific Gravity

2.58-2.743.15-3.21

1 7.18

1.5 Fracture

ConchoidalWalter Schumann, ConchoidalWalter Schumann, Gemstones of the world (2001) More from other references, Splintery

Uneven, Subconchoidal, Gemstones (2009)

1.6 Cleavage

{100} Distinct, {110} Distinct

Perfect prismatic, two directions {110} ∧ {1 1 0} at 87°

1.7 Mohs Hardness

5.5-66-7

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

LiAlSi₂O₆

Scapolite and Spodumene Chemical Formula

While comparing Scapolite and Spodumene 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 Spodumene 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 Spodumene- LiAlSi₂O₆

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Scapolite and Spodumene Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Scapolite and Spodumene Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Scapolite and Spodumene Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Scapolite is 3.15-3.21 whereas that of Spodumene is 3.15-3.21.