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Scorzalite and Gaylussite Physical Properties


Gaylussite and Scorzalite Physical Properties


Physical Properties

Tenacity
Not Available   
Not Available   

Solubility
Not Available   
decomposes in water   

Durability
Not Available   
Not Available   

Specific Gravity
3.31   
1.93-1.99   

Fracture
Uneven   
Conchoidal, Conchoidal, Brittle   

Cleavage
{110} Good   
perfect [110]   

Mohs Hardness
5.5-6   
2.5   

Chemical Composition
(Fe2+ ,Mg)Al 2(PO 4) 2(OH) 2Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)   
Na2Ca(CO3)2•5(H2O)   

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Scorzalite and Gaylussite Chemical Formula

While comparing Scorzalite and Gaylussite 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 Gaylussite chemical formula.

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Scorzalite and Gaylussite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Scorzalite and Gaylussite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Scorzalite and Gaylussite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Scorzalite is 1.93-1.99 whereas that of Gaylussite is 1.93-1.99.

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