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Scorodite and Atacamite Physical Properties

1 Physical Properties
1.1 Tenacity
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Brittle
1.2 Solubility
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1.3 Durability
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1.4 Specific Gravity
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3.745-3.776
1.5 Fracture
Sub-Conchoidal, Splintery
Conchoidal, Conchoidal, Brittle
1.6 Cleavage
{201} Imperfect, {100} Poor, {001} Poor
Perfect on {010}, fair on {101}
1.7 Mohs Hardness
3.5-4
3-3.5
1.8 Chemical Composition
Not Available
Cu2Cl(OH)3

Scorodite and Atacamite Chemical Formula

While comparing Scorodite and Atacamite 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 Atacamite chemical formula.

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  • Chemical formula of Atacamite- Cu2Cl(OH)3

Scorodite and Atacamite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Scorodite and Atacamite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Scorodite and Atacamite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Scorodite is 3.745-3.776 whereas that of Atacamite is 3.745-3.776.