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Scorzalite and Andesine Physical Properties

1 Physical Properties
1.1 Tenacity
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Brittle
1.2 Solubility
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Not Available
1.3 Durability
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Not Available
1.4 Specific Gravity
3.31
2.65-2.69
1.5 Fracture
Uneven
Uneven, Uneven, Conchoidal, Uneven, Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)
1.6 Cleavage
{110} Good
Perfect on {001}, good on {010}
1.7 Mohs Hardness
5.5-6
6-6.5
1.8 Chemical Composition
(Fe2+ ,Mg)Al 2(PO 4) 2(OH) 2Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)
(Na,Ca)Al1-2Si3-2O8

Scorzalite and Andesine Chemical Formula

While comparing Scorzalite and Andesine 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 Andesine chemical formula.

  • Chemical formula of Scorzalite- (Fe2+ ,Mg)Al 2(PO 4) 2(OH) 2Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)
  • Chemical formula of Andesine- (Na,Ca)Al1-2Si3-2O8

Scorzalite and Andesine Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Scorzalite and Andesine Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Scorzalite and Andesine Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Scorzalite is 2.65-2.69 whereas that of Andesine is 2.65-2.69.

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