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Scorodite and Alunite Physical Properties

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1 Physical Properties
1.1 Tenacity
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Brittle
1.2 Solubility
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Soluble
1.3 Durability
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1.4 Specific Gravity
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2.6-2.9
1.5 Fracture
Sub-Conchoidal, Splintery
Conchoidal, Uneven
1.6 Cleavage
{201} Imperfect, {100} Poor, {001} Poor
On {0001}, perfect
1.7 Mohs Hardness
3.5-4
3.5-4
1.8 Chemical Composition
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KAl3(SO4)2(OH)6

Scorodite and Alunite Chemical Formula

While comparing Scorodite and Alunite 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 Alunite chemical formula.

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  • Chemical formula of Alunite- KAl3(SO4)2(OH)6

Scorodite and Alunite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Scorodite and Alunite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Scorodite and Alunite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Scorodite is 2.6-2.9 whereas that of Alunite is 2.6-2.9.