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Scorodite and Rossmanite Physical Properties

1 Physical Properties
1.1 Tenacity
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1.2 Solubility
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1.3 Durability
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1.4 Specific Gravity
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1.5 Fracture
Sub-Conchoidal, Splintery
Brittle, Metallic
1.6 Cleavage
{201} Imperfect, {100} Poor, {001} Poor
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1.7 Mohs Hardness
3.5-4
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1.8 Chemical Composition
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◻(LiAl 2)Al 6(Si 6O 18)(BO 3) 3(OH) 3(OH)Gemdat.org , Management Team (2012)

Scorodite and Rossmanite Chemical Formula

While comparing Scorodite and Rossmanite 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 Rossmanite chemical formula.

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  • Chemical formula of Rossmanite- ◻(LiAl 2)Al 6(Si 6O 18)(BO 3) 3(OH) 3(OH)Gemdat.org , Management Team (2012)

Scorodite and Rossmanite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Scorodite and Rossmanite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Scorodite and Rossmanite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Scorodite is 3 whereas that of Rossmanite is 3.