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Scorodite and Phenakite Physical Properties

1 Physical Properties
1.1 Tenacity
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Brittle
1.2 Solubility
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1.3 Durability
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1.4 Specific Gravity
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2.90-2.98
1.5 Fracture
Sub-Conchoidal, Splintery
Conchoidal, ConchoidalWalter Schumann, Gemstones of the world (2001), Brittle
1.6 Cleavage
{201} Imperfect, {100} Poor, {001} Poor
Distinct on {11 2 0}, imperfect on {10 1 1}
1.7 Mohs Hardness
3.5-4
7.5-8
1.8 Chemical Composition
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Be 2SiO 4Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references

Scorodite and Phenakite Chemical Formula

While comparing Scorodite and Phenakite 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 Phenakite chemical formula.

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  • Chemical formula of Phenakite- Be 2SiO 4Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references

Scorodite and Phenakite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Scorodite and Phenakite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Scorodite and Phenakite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Scorodite is 2.90-2.98 whereas that of Phenakite is 2.90-2.98.