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Scorzalite and Ettringite Physical Properties


Ettringite and Scorzalite Physical Properties


Physical Properties

Tenacity
Not Available   
Not Available   

Solubility
Not Available   
Partially soluble in water   

Durability
Not Available   
Not Available   

Specific Gravity
3.31   
1.77   

Fracture
Uneven   
Not Available   

Cleavage
{110} Good   
Perfect on {10 1 0}   

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)   
Ca 6Al 2(SO 4) 3(OH) 12 26H 2OMichael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)   

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Scorzalite and Ettringite Chemical Formula

While comparing Scorzalite and Ettringite 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 Ettringite chemical formula.

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Scorzalite and Ettringite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Scorzalite and Ettringite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Scorzalite and Ettringite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Scorzalite is 1.77 whereas that of Ettringite is 1.77.

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