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Scorodite and Bertrandite Physical Properties


Bertrandite and Scorodite Physical Properties


Physical Properties

Tenacity
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Solubility
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Durability
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Specific Gravity
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2.59-2.60   

Fracture
Sub-Conchoidal, Splintery   
Brittle, Metallic, Brittle, Metallic   

Cleavage
{201} Imperfect, {100} Poor, {001} Poor   
{001} Perfect, {110} Distinct, {101} Distinct   

Mohs Hardness
3.5-4   
6-7   

Chemical Composition
Not Available   
Be 4Si 2O 7(OH) 2Anthony et al , Handbook of mineralogy (2001)   

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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.

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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.

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