Scorodite and Sardonyx Physical Properties

Scorodite

Sardonyx

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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 Available2.55-2.70

1 7.18

1.5 Fracture

Sub-Conchoidal, Splintery

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1.6 Cleavage

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

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1.7 Mohs Hardness

3.5-46.5-7

2 10

1.8 Chemical Composition

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SiO 2Ulrich Henn and Claudio C.

Scorodite and Sardonyx Chemical Formula

While comparing Scorodite and Sardonyx 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 Sardonyx chemical formula.

Chemical formula of Sardonyx- SiO 2Ulrich Henn and Claudio C.

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Scorodite and Sardonyx Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Scorodite and Sardonyx Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Scorodite and Sardonyx Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Scorodite is 2.55-2.70 whereas that of Sardonyx is 2.55-2.70.