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Scorzalite and Chlorite group Physical Properties


Chlorite group and Scorzalite Physical Properties


Physical Properties

Tenacity
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Solubility
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Durability
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Specific Gravity
3.31   
2.6-3.3   

Fracture
Uneven   
Lamellar   

Cleavage
{110} Good   
Perfect 001   

Mohs Hardness
5.5-6   
2-2.5   

Chemical Composition
(Fe2+ ,Mg)Al 2(PO 4) 2(OH) 2Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)   
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Scorzalite and Chlorite group Chemical Formula

While comparing Scorzalite and Chlorite group 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 Chlorite group chemical formula.

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Scorzalite and Chlorite group Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Scorzalite and Chlorite group Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Scorzalite and Chlorite group Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Scorzalite is 2.6-3.3 whereas that of Chlorite group is 2.6-3.3.

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