Scorodite and Esperite Physical Properties

Scorodite

Esperite

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1 Physical Properties

1.1 Tenacity

Not Available

1.2 Solubility

Not Available

1.3 Durability

Not Available

1.4 Specific Gravity

Not Available4.28-4.42

1 7.18

1.5 Fracture

Sub-Conchoidal, Splintery

Conchoidal, ConchoidalAnthony et al, Handbook of mineralogy (2001), Brittle, Metallic

1.6 Cleavage

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

Distinct on [010] and [100] poor on [101]

1.7 Mohs Hardness

3.5-45-5.5

2 10

1.8 Chemical Composition

Not Available

PbCa 3Zn 4(SiO 4) 4Anthony et al , Handbook of mineralogy (2001)

Scorodite and Esperite Chemical Formula

While comparing Scorodite and Esperite 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 Esperite chemical formula.

Chemical formula of Esperite- PbCa 3Zn 4(SiO 4) 4Anthony et al , Handbook of mineralogy (2001)

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Scorodite and Esperite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Scorodite and Esperite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Scorodite and Esperite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Scorodite is 4.28-4.42 whereas that of Esperite is 4.28-4.42.