Scorodite and Tinzenite Physical Properties

Scorodite

Tinzenite

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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 Available3.355-3.433

1 7.18

1.5 Fracture

Sub-Conchoidal, Splintery

Uneven, Uneven, ConchoidalAnthony et al, Handbook of mineralogy (2001)

1.6 Cleavage

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

{???} Good, {???} Good

1.7 Mohs Hardness

3.5-4Not Available

2 10

1.8 Chemical Composition

Not Available

(Ca,Mn2+ ,Fe2+ ) 3Al 2BSi 4O 15(OH)Anthony et al , Handbook of mineralogy (2001)

Scorodite and Tinzenite Chemical Formula

While comparing Scorodite and Tinzenite 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 Tinzenite chemical formula.

Chemical formula of Tinzenite- (Ca,Mn2+ ,Fe2+ ) 3Al 2BSi 4O 15(OH)Anthony et al , Handbook of mineralogy (2001)

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Scorodite and Tinzenite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Scorodite and Tinzenite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Scorodite and Tinzenite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Scorodite is 3.355-3.433 whereas that of Tinzenite is 3.355-3.433.