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Scorzalite and Amethyst Physical Properties

1 Physical Properties
1.1 Tenacity
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1.2 Solubility
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insoluble in common solvents
1.3 Durability
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Not Available
1.4 Specific Gravity
3.31
2.65
1.5 Fracture
Uneven
Conchoidal, ConchoidalWalter Schumann, Gemstones of the world (2001)
1.6 Cleavage
{110} Good
Indiscernible
1.7 Mohs Hardness
5.5-6
7
1.8 Chemical Composition
(Fe2+ ,Mg)Al 2(PO 4) 2(OH) 2Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)
SiO2

Scorzalite and Amethyst Chemical Formula

While comparing Scorzalite and Amethyst 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 Scorzalite and Amethyst chemical formula.

  • Chemical formula of Scorzalite- (Fe2+ ,Mg)Al 2(PO 4) 2(OH) 2Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)
  • Chemical formula of Amethyst- SiO2

Scorzalite and Amethyst Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Scorzalite and Amethyst Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Scorzalite and Amethyst Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Scorzalite is 2.65 whereas that of Amethyst is 2.65.

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