Scorodite and Iolite Physical Properties

Scorodite

Iolite

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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

Not Available2.6-2.7

1 7.18

1.5 Fracture

Sub-Conchoidal, Splintery

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1.6 Cleavage

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

3,1

1.7 Mohs Hardness

3.5-47-7.5

2 10

1.8 Chemical Composition

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Mg₂Al₄Si₅O₁₈

Scorodite and Iolite Chemical Formula

While comparing Scorodite and Iolite 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 Iolite chemical formula.

Chemical formula of Iolite- Mg₂Al₄Si₅O₁₈

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Scorodite and Iolite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Scorodite and Iolite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Scorodite and Iolite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Scorodite is 2.6-2.7 whereas that of Iolite is 2.6-2.7.