Scorodite and Ettringite Physical Properties

Scorodite

Ettringite

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1 Physical Properties

1.1 Tenacity

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1.2 Solubility

Not Available

Partially soluble in water

1.3 Durability

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1.4 Specific Gravity

Not Available1.77

1 7.18

1.5 Fracture

Sub-Conchoidal, Splintery

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1.6 Cleavage

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

Perfect on {10 1 0}

1.7 Mohs Hardness

3.5-42-2.5

2 10

1.8 Chemical Composition

Not Available

Ca 6Al 2(SO 4) 3(OH) 12 26H 2OMichael OâDonoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)

Scorodite and Ettringite Chemical Formula

While comparing Scorodite and Ettringite 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 Ettringite chemical formula.

Chemical formula of Ettringite- Ca 6Al 2(SO 4) 3(OH) 12 26H 2OMichael OâDonoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)

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Scorodite and Ettringite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Scorodite and Ettringite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Scorodite and Ettringite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Scorodite is 1.77 whereas that of Ettringite is 1.77.