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Scorzalite and Chrysotile Physical Properties

1 Physical Properties
1.1 Tenacity
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1.2 Solubility
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insoluble in water
1.3 Durability
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1.4 Specific Gravity
3.312.51-2.63
Amber
1 7.18
1.5 Fracture
Uneven
Fibrous
1.6 Cleavage
{110} Good
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1.7 Mohs Hardness
5.5-62.5-4.5
Amber
2 10
1.8 Chemical Composition
(Fe2+ ,Mg)Al 2(PO 4) 2(OH) 2Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)
Mg 3(Si 2O 5)(OH) 4Gemdat.org , Management Team (2012)

Scorzalite and Chrysotile Chemical Formula

While comparing Scorzalite and Chrysotile 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 Chrysotile chemical formula.

  • Chemical formula of Scorzalite- (Fe2+ ,Mg)Al 2(PO 4) 2(OH) 2Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)
  • Chemical formula of Chrysotile- Mg 3(Si 2O 5)(OH) 4Gemdat.org , Management Team (2012)

Scorzalite and Chrysotile Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Scorzalite and Chrysotile Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Scorzalite and Chrysotile Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Scorzalite is 2.51-2.63 whereas that of Chrysotile is 2.51-2.63.