Scorodite and Papagoite Physical Properties

Scorodite

Papagoite

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1 Physical Properties

1.1 Tenacity

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1.2 Solubility

Not Available

1.3 Durability

Not Available

1.4 Specific Gravity

Not Available3.25

1 7.18

1.5 Fracture

Sub-Conchoidal, Splintery

Brittle, Metallic

1.6 Cleavage

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

Imperfect in one direction

1.7 Mohs Hardness

3.5-45-5.5

2 10

1.8 Chemical Composition

Not Available

CaCuAlSi 2O 6(OH) 3Michael OâDonoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)

Scorodite and Papagoite Chemical Formula

While comparing Scorodite and Papagoite 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 Papagoite chemical formula.

Chemical formula of Papagoite- CaCuAlSi 2O 6(OH) 3Michael OâDonoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)

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Scorodite and Papagoite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Scorodite and Papagoite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Scorodite and Papagoite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Scorodite is 3.25 whereas that of Papagoite is 3.25.