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Scorzalite and Aragonite Physical Properties

1 Physical Properties
1.1 Tenacity
Not Available
Brittle
1.2 Solubility
Not Available
Dilute acid
1.3 Durability
Not Available
Not Available
1.4 Specific Gravity
3.312.93-2.96
Amber
1 7.18
1.5 Fracture
Uneven
Subconchoidal, ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009), Conchoidal, Brittle
1.6 Cleavage
{110} Good
Distinct on {010}, imperfect {110} and {011}
1.7 Mohs Hardness
5.5-63.5-4
Amber
2 10
1.8 Chemical Composition
(Fe2+ ,Mg)Al 2(PO 4) 2(OH) 2Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)
CaCO 3Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references

Scorzalite and Aragonite Chemical Formula

While comparing Scorzalite and Aragonite 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 Aragonite chemical formula.

  • Chemical formula of Scorzalite- (Fe2+ ,Mg)Al 2(PO 4) 2(OH) 2Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)
  • Chemical formula of Aragonite- CaCO 3Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references

Scorzalite and Aragonite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Scorzalite and Aragonite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Scorzalite and Aragonite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Scorzalite is 2.93-2.96 whereas that of Aragonite is 2.93-2.96.