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Scorodite and Dolomite Physical Properties

1 Physical Properties
1.1 Tenacity
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Brittle
1.2 Solubility
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Poorly soluble in dilute HCl
1.3 Durability
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1.4 Specific Gravity
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2.80-2.95
1.5 Fracture
Sub-Conchoidal, Splintery
Conchoidal, ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009), Brittle, Conchoidal
1.6 Cleavage
{201} Imperfect, {100} Poor, {001} Poor
Perfect on {10 1 1}, rhombohedral cleavage
1.7 Mohs Hardness
3.5-4
3.5-4
1.8 Chemical Composition
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CaMg(CO 3) 2Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references

Scorodite and Dolomite Chemical Formula

While comparing Scorodite and Dolomite 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 Dolomite chemical formula.

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  • Chemical formula of Dolomite- CaMg(CO 3) 2Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references

Scorodite and Dolomite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Scorodite and Dolomite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Scorodite and Dolomite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Scorodite is 2.80-2.95 whereas that of Dolomite is 2.80-2.95.