Scorodite and Polyhalite Physical Properties

Scorodite

Polyhalite

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1 Physical Properties

1.1 Tenacity

Not Available

Brittle

1.2 Solubility

Not Available

Soluble

1.3 Durability

Not Available

1.4 Specific Gravity

Not Available2.78

1 7.18

1.5 Fracture

Sub-Conchoidal, Splintery

Conchoidal, Brittle

1.6 Cleavage

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

Perfect on {10 1 }; parting on {010}

1.7 Mohs Hardness

3.5-43.5

2 10

1.8 Chemical Composition

Not Available

Scorodite and Polyhalite Chemical Formula

While comparing Scorodite and Polyhalite 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 Polyhalite chemical formula.

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Scorodite and Polyhalite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Scorodite and Polyhalite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Scorodite and Polyhalite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Scorodite is 2.78 whereas that of Polyhalite is 2.78.