Scorodite and Sylvite Physical Properties

Scorodite

Sylvite

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1 Physical Properties

1.1 Tenacity

Not Available

Brittle

1.2 Solubility

Not Available

Soluble

1.3 Durability

Not Available

1.4 Specific Gravity

Not Available1.993

1 7.18

1.5 Fracture

Sub-Conchoidal, Splintery

Uneven, Brittle

1.6 Cleavage

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

Perfect on [100], [010], [001]

1.7 Mohs Hardness

3.5-42.5

2 10

1.8 Chemical Composition

Not Available

Scorodite and Sylvite Chemical Formula

While comparing Scorodite and Sylvite 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 Sylvite chemical formula.

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Scorodite and Sylvite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Scorodite and Sylvite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Scorodite and Sylvite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Scorodite is 1.993 whereas that of Sylvite is 1.993.