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Scorodite and Grandidierite Physical Properties


Grandidierite and Scorodite Physical Properties


Physical Properties

Tenacity
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Solubility
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Durability
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Specific Gravity
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2.85-3.00   

Fracture
Sub-Conchoidal, Splintery   
Brittle, UnevenArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009), Brittle, Uneven   

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

Mohs Hardness
3.5-4   
7.5   

Chemical Composition
Not Available   
(Mg,Fe)Al 3(BO 4)(SiO 4)OUlrich Henn and Claudio C.   

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Scorodite and Grandidierite Chemical Formula

While comparing Scorodite and Grandidierite 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 Grandidierite chemical formula.

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Scorodite and Grandidierite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Scorodite and Grandidierite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Scorodite and Grandidierite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Scorodite is 2.85-3.00 whereas that of Grandidierite is 2.85-3.00.

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