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Scorodite and Cuprite Physical Properties

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1 Physical Properties
1.1 Tenacity
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Brittle
1.2 Solubility
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1.3 Durability
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1.4 Specific Gravity
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5.85-6.15
1.5 Fracture
Sub-Conchoidal, Splintery
Conchoidal, Metallic, UnevenArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009), Brittle, Conchoidal
1.6 Cleavage
{201} Imperfect, {100} Poor, {001} Poor
Fair in four directions forming octahedrons
1.7 Mohs Hardness
3.5-4
3.5-4
1.8 Chemical Composition
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Cu 2OMichael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references

Scorodite and Cuprite Chemical Formula

While comparing Scorodite and Cuprite 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 Cuprite chemical formula.

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  • Chemical formula of Cuprite- Cu 2OMichael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references

Scorodite and Cuprite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Scorodite and Cuprite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Scorodite and Cuprite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Scorodite is 5.85-6.15 whereas that of Cuprite is 5.85-6.15.