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Scorodite and Shigaite Physical Properties


Shigaite and Scorodite Physical Properties


Physical Properties

Tenacity
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Moderately flexible   

Solubility
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Durability
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Specific Gravity
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2.32   

Fracture
Sub-Conchoidal, Splintery   
Flexible Flexible fragments.   

Cleavage
{201} Imperfect, {100} Poor, {001} Poor   
Perfect on {0001}   

Mohs Hardness
3.5-4   
2   

Chemical Composition
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Scorodite and Shigaite Chemical Formula

While comparing Scorodite and Shigaite 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 Shigaite chemical formula.

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Scorodite and Shigaite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Scorodite and Shigaite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Scorodite and Shigaite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Scorodite is 2.32 whereas that of Shigaite is 2.32.

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