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Scorodite and Wulfenite Physical Properties

1 Physical Properties
1.1 Tenacity
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Brittle
1.2 Solubility
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1.3 Durability
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1.4 Specific Gravity
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6.50-7.00
1.5 Fracture
Sub-Conchoidal, Splintery
Irregular, Brittle, Conchoidal
1.6 Cleavage
{201} Imperfect, {100} Poor, {001} Poor
On {011}, distinct; on {001}, {013}, indistinct
1.7 Mohs Hardness
3.5-4
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1.8 Chemical Composition
Not Available
PbMoO 4Walter Schumann , Gemstones of the world (2001)

Scorodite and Wulfenite Chemical Formula

While comparing Scorodite and Wulfenite 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 Wulfenite chemical formula.

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  • Chemical formula of Wulfenite- PbMoO 4Walter Schumann , Gemstones of the world (2001)

Scorodite and Wulfenite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Scorodite and Wulfenite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Scorodite and Wulfenite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Scorodite is 6.50-7.00 whereas that of Wulfenite is 6.50-7.00.