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Scorodite and Blue John Physical Properties

1 Physical Properties
1.1 Tenacity
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1.2 Solubility
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1.3 Durability
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1.4 Specific Gravity
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3.00-3.25
1.5 Fracture
Sub-Conchoidal, Splintery
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1.6 Cleavage
{201} Imperfect, {100} Poor, {001} Poor
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1.7 Mohs Hardness
3.5-4
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1.8 Chemical Composition
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CaF 2Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)

Scorodite and Blue John Chemical Formula

While comparing Scorodite and Blue John 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 Blue John chemical formula.

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  • Chemical formula of Blue John- CaF 2Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)

Scorodite and Blue John Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Scorodite and Blue John Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Scorodite and Blue John Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Scorodite is 3.00-3.25 whereas that of Blue John is 3.00-3.25.