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Scorodite and Bytownite Physical Properties


Bytownite and Scorodite Physical Properties


Physical Properties

Tenacity
Not Available   
Brittle   

Solubility
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Not Available   

Durability
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Specific Gravity
Not Available   
2.72-2.75   

Fracture
Sub-Conchoidal, Splintery   
Uneven, Uneven, Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)   

Cleavage
{201} Imperfect, {100} Poor, {001} Poor   
Perfect on [001], good on [010], imperfect on [110]   

Mohs Hardness
3.5-4   
6-6.5   

Chemical Composition
Not Available   
Ca(70-90%)Na(30-10%)(Al,Si)AlSi 2O 8Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)   

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Scorodite and Bytownite Chemical Formula

While comparing Scorodite and Bytownite 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 Bytownite chemical formula.

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Scorodite and Bytownite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Scorodite and Bytownite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Scorodite and Bytownite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Scorodite is 2.72-2.75 whereas that of Bytownite is 2.72-2.75.

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