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Scorodite and Iddingsite Physical Properties

1 Physical Properties
1.1 Tenacity
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1.2 Solubility
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1.3 Durability
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1.4 Specific Gravity
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2.5-2.8
1.5 Fracture
Sub-Conchoidal, Splintery
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1.6 Cleavage
{201} Imperfect, {100} Poor, {001} Poor
{???} Perfect
1.7 Mohs Hardness
3.5-4
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1.8 Chemical Composition
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MgO.Fe2O3.3SiO2•4(H2O)

Scorodite and Iddingsite Chemical Formula

While comparing Scorodite and Iddingsite 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 Iddingsite chemical formula.

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  • Chemical formula of Iddingsite- MgO.Fe2O3.3SiO2•4(H2O)

Scorodite and Iddingsite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Scorodite and Iddingsite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Scorodite and Iddingsite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Scorodite is 2.5-2.8 whereas that of Iddingsite is 2.5-2.8.