Scorodite and Hollandite Physical Properties
Tenacity
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Solubility
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Durability
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Specific Gravity
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5.05
  
Fracture
Sub-Conchoidal, Splintery
  
Brittle, Metallic
  
Cleavage
{201} Imperfect, {100} Poor, {001} Poor
  
Distinct / Good, Prismatic
  
Mohs Hardness
3.5-4
  
4-6
  
Chemical Composition
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Ba(Mn++++,Mn++)8O16
  
Scorodite and Hollandite Chemical Formula
While comparing Scorodite and Hollandite 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 Hollandite chemical formula.
>- Chemical formula of Hollandite- Ba(Mn++++,Mn++)8O16
Scorodite and Hollandite Specific Gravity
Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Scorodite and Hollandite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Scorodite and Hollandite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Scorodite is 5.05 whereas that of Hollandite is 5.05.