Scorodite and Charoite Physical Properties

Scorodite

Charoite

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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

Not Available2.54-2.78

1 7.18

1.5 Fracture

Sub-Conchoidal, Splintery

Conchoidal, ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009)

1.6 Cleavage

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

Good in three directions

1.7 Mohs Hardness

3.5-45-6

2 10

1.8 Chemical Composition

Not Available

K(Ca,Na) 2Si 4O 10(OH,F) · H 2OMichael OâDonoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references

Scorodite and Charoite Chemical Formula

While comparing Scorodite and Charoite 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 Charoite chemical formula.

Chemical formula of Charoite- K(Ca,Na) 2Si 4O 10(OH,F) · H 2OMichael OâDonoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references

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Scorodite and Charoite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Scorodite and Charoite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Scorodite and Charoite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Scorodite is 2.54-2.78 whereas that of Charoite is 2.54-2.78.