Scorodite and Ulexite Physical Properties

Scorodite

Ulexite

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1 Physical Properties

1.1 Tenacity

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1.2 Solubility

Not Available

1.3 Durability

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1.4 Specific Gravity

Not Available1.65-1.99

1 7.18

1.5 Fracture

Sub-Conchoidal, Splintery

UnevenAnthony et al, Uneven, UnevenAnthony et al, Uneven, Brittle, Metallic

1.6 Cleavage

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

{010} Perfect, {110} Perfect

1.7 Mohs Hardness

3.5-42-2.5

2 10

1.8 Chemical Composition

Not Available

NaCaB 5O 6(OH) 6 · 5H 2OMichael OâDonoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)

Scorodite and Ulexite Chemical Formula

While comparing Scorodite and Ulexite 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 Ulexite chemical formula.

Chemical formula of Ulexite- NaCaB 5O 6(OH) 6 · 5H 2OMichael OâDonoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)

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Scorodite and Ulexite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Scorodite and Ulexite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Scorodite and Ulexite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Scorodite is 1.65-1.99 whereas that of Ulexite is 1.65-1.99.