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Scorodite and Sapphirine 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
Not Available3.40-3.58
Amber
1 7.18
1.5 Fracture
Sub-Conchoidal, Splintery
ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009), ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009), Uneven
1.6 Cleavage
{201} Imperfect, {100} Poor, {001} Poor
{010} Perfect
1.7 Mohs Hardness
3.5-47.5
Amber
2 10
1.8 Chemical Composition
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(Al,Mg) 8(Al,Si) 6O 20Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references

Scorodite and Sapphirine Chemical Formula

While comparing Scorodite and Sapphirine 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 Sapphirine chemical formula.

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  • Chemical formula of Sapphirine- (Al,Mg) 8(Al,Si) 6O 20Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references

Scorodite and Sapphirine Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Scorodite and Sapphirine Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Scorodite and Sapphirine Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Scorodite is 3.40-3.58 whereas that of Sapphirine is 3.40-3.58.