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Scorzalite and Chrysoprase Physical Properties


Chrysoprase 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   
2.58-2.64   

Fracture
Uneven   
Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)   

Cleavage
{110} Good   
None   

Mohs Hardness
5.5-6   
6.5-7   

Chemical Composition
(Fe2+ ,Mg)Al 2(PO 4) 2(OH) 2Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)   
SiO2 (with a high level of nickel impurities )   

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Scorzalite and Chrysoprase Chemical Formula

While comparing Scorzalite and Chrysoprase 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 Chrysoprase chemical formula.

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Scorzalite and Chrysoprase Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Scorzalite and Chrysoprase Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Scorzalite and Chrysoprase Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Scorzalite is 2.58-2.64 whereas that of Chrysoprase is 2.58-2.64.

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