Scorodite and Bertrandite Physical Properties

Scorodite

Bertrandite

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1 Physical Properties

1.1 Tenacity

Not Available

1.2 Solubility

Not Available

1.3 Durability

Not Available

1.4 Specific Gravity

Not Available2.59-2.60

1 7.18

1.5 Fracture

Sub-Conchoidal, Splintery

Brittle, Metallic, Brittle, Metallic

1.6 Cleavage

{201} Imperfect, {100} Poor, {001} Poor

{001} Perfect, {110} Distinct, {101} Distinct

1.7 Mohs Hardness

3.5-46-7

2 10

1.8 Chemical Composition

Not Available

Be 4Si 2O 7(OH) 2Anthony et al , Handbook of mineralogy (2001)

Scorodite and Bertrandite Chemical Formula

While comparing Scorodite and Bertrandite 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 Bertrandite chemical formula.

Chemical formula of Bertrandite- Be 4Si 2O 7(OH) 2Anthony et al , Handbook of mineralogy (2001)

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Scorodite and Bertrandite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Scorodite and Bertrandite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Scorodite and Bertrandite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Scorodite is 2.59-2.60 whereas that of Bertrandite is 2.59-2.60.