Scolecite and Austinite Physical Properties

Scolecite and Austinite Chemical Formula

While comparing Scolecite and Austinite 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 Scolecite and Austinite chemical formula.

• Chemical formula of Scolecite- CaAl 2Si 3O 10 · 3H 2OUlrich Henn and Claudio C.
• Chemical formula of Austinite- CaZn(AsO4)(OH)

Scolecite and Austinite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Scolecite and Austinite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Scolecite and Austinite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Scolecite is 4.12 whereas that of Austinite is 4.12.