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Scorodite and Mimetite Physical Properties

Physical Properties

Tenacity

Solubility

Durability

Specific Gravity

Fracture

Cleavage

Mohs Hardness

Chemical Composition

 
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-9999
Sub-Conchoidal, Splintery
{201} Imperfect, {100} Poor, {001} Poor
3.5-4
FeAsO4·2H2O
 
Brittle
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7.10
Conchoidal
[10 1 1] Imperfect
3.5
Pb 5(AsO 4) 3ClMichael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references

Scorodite and Mimetite Chemical Formula

While comparing Scorodite and Mimetite 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 Mimetite chemical formula.

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Scorodite and Mimetite Specific Gravity

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