Scorodite and Hexagonite Physical Properties

Scorodite

Hexagonite

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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 Available2.98-3.03

1 7.18

1.5 Fracture

Sub-Conchoidal, Splintery

Uneven

1.6 Cleavage

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

[110] perfect; [010] distinct

1.7 Mohs Hardness

3.5-45-6

2 10

1.8 Chemical Composition

Not Available

Ca 2Mg 5Si 8O 22(OH) 2Ulrich Henn and Claudio C.

Scorodite and Hexagonite Chemical Formula

While comparing Scorodite and Hexagonite 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 Hexagonite chemical formula.

Chemical formula of Hexagonite- Ca 2Mg 5Si 8O 22(OH) 2Ulrich Henn and Claudio C.

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Scorodite and Hexagonite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Scorodite and Hexagonite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Scorodite and Hexagonite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Scorodite is 2.98-3.03 whereas that of Hexagonite is 2.98-3.03.