Scorzalite and Bertrandite Physical Properties

Scorzalite

Bertrandite

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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

3.312.59-2.60

1 7.18

1.5 Fracture

Uneven

Brittle, Metallic, Brittle, Metallic

1.6 Cleavage

{110} Good

{001} Perfect, {110} Distinct, {101} Distinct

1.7 Mohs Hardness

5.5-66-7

2 10

1.8 Chemical Composition

(Fe2+ ,Mg)Al 2(PO 4) 2(OH) 2Michael OâDonoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)

Be 4Si 2O 7(OH) 2Anthony et al , Handbook of mineralogy (2001)

Scorzalite and Bertrandite Chemical Formula

While comparing Scorzalite and Bertrandite 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 Bertrandite chemical formula.

Chemical formula of Scorzalite- (Fe2+ ,Mg)Al 2(PO 4) 2(OH) 2Michael OâDonoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)
Chemical formula of Bertrandite- Be 4Si 2O 7(OH) 2Anthony et al , Handbook of mineralogy (2001)

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Scorzalite and Bertrandite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Scorzalite and Bertrandite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Scorzalite and Bertrandite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Scorzalite is 2.59-2.60 whereas that of Bertrandite is 2.59-2.60.