Scorzalite and Cerussite Physical Properties

Scorzalite

Cerussite

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1 Physical Properties

1.1 Tenacity

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1.2 Solubility

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insoluble

1.3 Durability

Not Available

1.4 Specific Gravity

3.316.46-6.57

1 7.18

1.5 Fracture

Uneven

Uneven, Uneven, ConchoidalWalter Schumann, Gemstones of the world (2001) More from other references, Brittle, Conchoidal

1.6 Cleavage

{110} Good

Good [110] and [021]

1.7 Mohs Hardness

5.5-63-3.5

2 10

1.8 Chemical Composition

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

PbCO 3Michael OâDonoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references

Scorzalite and Cerussite Chemical Formula

While comparing Scorzalite and Cerussite 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 Cerussite chemical formula.

Chemical formula of Scorzalite- (Fe2+ ,Mg)Al 2(PO 4) 2(OH) 2Michael OâDonoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)
Chemical formula of Cerussite- PbCO 3Michael OâDonoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references

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Scorzalite and Cerussite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Scorzalite and Cerussite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Scorzalite and Cerussite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Scorzalite is 6.46-6.57 whereas that of Cerussite is 6.46-6.57.