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Scorodite and Poudretteite Physical Properties

1 Physical Properties
1.1 Tenacity
Not Available
Brittle
1.2 Solubility
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Not Available
1.3 Durability
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1.4 Specific Gravity
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2.51-2.53
1.5 Fracture
Sub-Conchoidal, Splintery
Conchoidal, Splintery
1.6 Cleavage
{201} Imperfect, {100} Poor, {001} Poor
None
1.7 Mohs Hardness
3.5-4
5
1.8 Chemical Composition
Not Available
KNa 2B 3Si 12O 30Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)

Scorodite and Poudretteite Chemical Formula

While comparing Scorodite and Poudretteite 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 Poudretteite chemical formula.

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  • Chemical formula of Poudretteite- KNa 2B 3Si 12O 30Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)

Scorodite and Poudretteite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Scorodite and Poudretteite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Scorodite and Poudretteite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Scorodite is 2.51-2.53 whereas that of Poudretteite is 2.51-2.53.