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Scorodite and Boracite Physical Properties

1 Physical Properties
1.1 Tenacity
Not Available
Brittle
1.2 Solubility
Not Available
Soluble
1.3 Durability
Not Available
Not Available
1.4 Specific Gravity
Not Available2.95-2.96
Amber
1 7.18
1.5 Fracture
Sub-Conchoidal, Splintery
Conchoidal, ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009), Brittle, Conchoidal
1.6 Cleavage
{201} Imperfect, {100} Poor, {001} Poor
None
1.7 Mohs Hardness
3.5-47-7.5
Amber
2 10
1.8 Chemical Composition
Not Available
Mg 3B 7O 13ClMichael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references

Scorodite and Boracite Chemical Formula

While comparing Scorodite and Boracite 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 Boracite chemical formula.

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  • Chemical formula of Boracite- Mg 3B 7O 13ClMichael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references

Scorodite and Boracite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Scorodite and Boracite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Scorodite and Boracite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Scorodite is 2.95-2.96 whereas that of Boracite is 2.95-2.96.