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Scorzalite and Bastnasite 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
3.31
4.95-5.0
1.5 Fracture
Uneven
Uneven
1.6 Cleavage
{110} Good
Imperfect to indistinct on {10 1 0}, parting on {0001}
1.7 Mohs Hardness
5.5-6
4-5
1.8 Chemical Composition
(Fe2+ ,Mg)Al 2(PO 4) 2(OH) 2Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)
(Ce,La)(CO 3)FMichael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references

Scorzalite and Bastnasite Chemical Formula

While comparing Scorzalite and Bastnasite 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 Bastnasite chemical formula.

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

Scorzalite and Bastnasite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Scorzalite and Bastnasite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Scorzalite and Bastnasite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Scorzalite is 4.95-5.0 whereas that of Bastnasite is 4.95-5.0.