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Scorodite and Gaspeite Physical Properties

1 Physical Properties
1.1 Tenacity
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1.2 Solubility
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HCl soluble
1.3 Durability
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1.4 Specific Gravity
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3.71
1.5 Fracture
Sub-Conchoidal, Splintery
Uneven
1.6 Cleavage
{201} Imperfect, {100} Poor, {001} Poor
{10 1 1} Good
1.7 Mohs Hardness
3.5-4
4.5-5
1.8 Chemical Composition
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(Ni,Mg,Fe++)CO3

Scorodite and Gaspeite Chemical Formula

While comparing Scorodite and Gaspeite 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 Gaspeite chemical formula.

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  • Chemical formula of Gaspeite- (Ni,Mg,Fe++)CO3

Scorodite and Gaspeite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Scorodite and Gaspeite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Scorodite and Gaspeite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Scorodite is 3.71 whereas that of Gaspeite is 3.71.