Scorodite and Brazilianite Physical Properties

Scorodite

Brazilianite

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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 Available2.98-2.99

1 7.18

1.5 Fracture

Sub-Conchoidal, Splintery

Conchoidal, Gems

1.6 Cleavage

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

(010) Distinct to good

1.7 Mohs Hardness

3.5-45.5

2 10

1.8 Chemical Composition

Not Available

NaAl 3(PO 4) 2(OH) 4Michael OâDonoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references

Scorodite and Brazilianite Chemical Formula

While comparing Scorodite and Brazilianite 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 Brazilianite chemical formula.

Chemical formula of Brazilianite- NaAl 3(PO 4) 2(OH) 4Michael OâDonoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references

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Scorodite and Brazilianite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Scorodite and Brazilianite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Scorodite and Brazilianite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Scorodite is 2.98-2.99 whereas that of Brazilianite is 2.98-2.99.