Scorzalite and Hematite Physical Properties

Scorzalite

Hematite

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1 Physical Properties

1.1 Tenacity

Not Available

Brittle

1.2 Solubility

Not Available

1.3 Durability

Not Available

1.4 Specific Gravity

3.315.00-5.30

1 7.18

1.5 Fracture

Uneven

Uneven, Uneven, ConchoidalWalter Schumann, Gemstones of the world (2001) More from other references, Conchoidal, Brittle

1.6 Cleavage

{110} Good

None, may show partings on {0001} and {10 1 1}

1.7 Mohs Hardness

5.5-66

2 10

1.8 Chemical Composition

(Fe2+ ,Mg)Al 2(PO 4) 2(OH) 2Michael OâDonoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)

Fe 2O 3Arthur Thomas , Gemstones (2009)

Scorzalite and Hematite Chemical Formula

While comparing Scorzalite and Hematite 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 Hematite chemical formula.

Chemical formula of Scorzalite- (Fe2+ ,Mg)Al 2(PO 4) 2(OH) 2Michael OâDonoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)
Chemical formula of Hematite- Fe 2O 3Arthur Thomas , Gemstones (2009)

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Scorzalite and Hematite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Scorzalite and Hematite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Scorzalite and Hematite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Scorzalite is 5.00-5.30 whereas that of Hematite is 5.00-5.30.