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Scorodite and Xonotlite Physical Properties

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
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2.71-2.72
1.5 Fracture
Sub-Conchoidal, Splintery
Handbook of mineralogy (2001), Difficult, Fibrous
1.6 Cleavage
{201} Imperfect, {100} Poor, {001} Poor
{???} Good
1.7 Mohs Hardness
3.5-4
6-6.5
1.8 Chemical Composition
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Ca 6Si 6O 17(OH) 2Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)

Scorodite and Xonotlite Chemical Formula

While comparing Scorodite and Xonotlite 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 Xonotlite chemical formula.

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  • Chemical formula of Xonotlite- Ca 6Si 6O 17(OH) 2Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)

Scorodite and Xonotlite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Scorodite and Xonotlite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Scorodite and Xonotlite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Scorodite is 2.71-2.72 whereas that of Xonotlite is 2.71-2.72.