Scorodite and Gaylussite Physical Properties

Scorodite

Gaylussite

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1 Physical Properties

1.1 Tenacity

Not Available

1.2 Solubility

Not Available

decomposes in water

1.3 Durability

Not Available

1.4 Specific Gravity

Not Available1.93-1.99

1 7.18

1.5 Fracture

Sub-Conchoidal, Splintery

Conchoidal, Conchoidal, Brittle

1.6 Cleavage

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

perfect [110]

1.7 Mohs Hardness

3.5-42.5

2 10

1.8 Chemical Composition

Not Available

Na2Ca(CO3)2•5(H2O)

Scorodite and Gaylussite Chemical Formula

While comparing Scorodite and Gaylussite 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 Gaylussite chemical formula.

Chemical formula of Gaylussite- Na2Ca(CO3)2•5(H2O)

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Scorodite and Gaylussite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Scorodite and Gaylussite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Scorodite and Gaylussite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Scorodite is 1.93-1.99 whereas that of Gaylussite is 1.93-1.99.