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Scorodite and Chrysotile Physical Properties

1 Physical Properties
1.1 Tenacity
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1.2 Solubility
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insoluble in water
1.3 Durability
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1.4 Specific Gravity
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2.51-2.63
1.5 Fracture
Sub-Conchoidal, Splintery
Fibrous
1.6 Cleavage
{201} Imperfect, {100} Poor, {001} Poor
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1.7 Mohs Hardness
3.5-4
2.5-4.5
1.8 Chemical Composition
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Mg 3(Si 2O 5)(OH) 4Gemdat.org , Management Team (2012)

Scorodite and Chrysotile Chemical Formula

While comparing Scorodite and Chrysotile 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 Chrysotile chemical formula.

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  • Chemical formula of Chrysotile- Mg 3(Si 2O 5)(OH) 4Gemdat.org , Management Team (2012)

Scorodite and Chrysotile Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Scorodite and Chrysotile Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Scorodite and Chrysotile Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Scorodite is 2.51-2.63 whereas that of Chrysotile is 2.51-2.63.