Scorodite and Gyrolite Physical Properties

Scorodite

Gyrolite

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1 Physical Properties

1.1 Tenacity

Not Available

Brittle

1.2 Solubility

Not Available

1.3 Durability

Not Available

1.4 Specific Gravity

Not Available2.48

1 7.18

1.5 Fracture

Sub-Conchoidal, Splintery

Brittle, Uneven, Brittle, Uneven

1.6 Cleavage

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

Perfect on {001}

1.7 Mohs Hardness

3.5-42

2 10

1.8 Chemical Composition

Not Available

NaCa16Si23AlO60(OH)8•64(H2O)

Scorodite and Gyrolite Chemical Formula

While comparing Scorodite and Gyrolite 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 Gyrolite chemical formula.

Chemical formula of Gyrolite- NaCa16Si23AlO60(OH)8•64(H2O)

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Scorodite and Gyrolite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Scorodite and Gyrolite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Scorodite and Gyrolite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Scorodite is 2.48 whereas that of Gyrolite is 2.48.