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Scorodite and Albite Physical Properties


Albite and Scorodite Physical Properties


Physical Properties

Tenacity
Not Available   
Brittle   

Solubility
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Not Available   

Durability
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Not Available   

Specific Gravity
Not Available   
2.60-2.65   

Fracture
Sub-Conchoidal, Splintery   
Uneven, Uneven, Gems, Sixth Edition (2006), Uneven, Conchoidal   

Cleavage
{201} Imperfect, {100} Poor, {001} Poor   
Perfect on {001}, very good on {010}, imperfect on {110}   

Mohs Hardness
3.5-4   
6-6.5   

Chemical Composition
Not Available   
NaAlSi 3O 8Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)   

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Scorodite and Albite Chemical Formula

While comparing Scorodite and Albite 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 Scorodite and Albite chemical formula.

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Scorodite and Albite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Scorodite and Albite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Scorodite and Albite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Scorodite is 2.60-2.65 whereas that of Albite is 2.60-2.65.

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