Scorodite and Quartz Physical Properties

Scorodite

Quartz

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1 Physical Properties

1.1 Tenacity

Not Available

Brittle

1.2 Solubility

Not Available

1.3 Durability

Not Available

1.4 Specific Gravity

Not Available2.65

1 7.18

1.5 Fracture

Sub-Conchoidal, Splintery

Conchoidal, Conchoidal, Brittle, Gems

1.6 Cleavage

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

{0110} Indistinct

1.7 Mohs Hardness

3.5-47

2 10

1.8 Chemical Composition

Not Available

SiO₂

Scorodite and Quartz Chemical Formula

While comparing Scorodite and Quartz 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 Quartz chemical formula.

Chemical formula of Quartz- SiO₂

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Scorodite and Quartz Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Scorodite and Quartz Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Scorodite and Quartz Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Scorodite is 2.65 whereas that of Quartz is 2.65.