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Scorzalite and Hercynite Physical Properties

1 Physical Properties
1.1 Tenacity
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1.2 Solubility
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1.3 Durability
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1.4 Specific Gravity
3.314.39
Amber
1 7.18
1.5 Fracture
Uneven
ConchoidalGemdat.org, Uneven
1.6 Cleavage
{110} Good
{111} Indistinct, {111} Indistinct, {111} Indistinct
1.7 Mohs Hardness
5.5-67.5-8
Amber
2 10
1.8 Chemical Composition
(Fe2+ ,Mg)Al 2(PO 4) 2(OH) 2Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)
Fe2+ Al 2O 4Gemdat.org , Management Team (2012)

Scorzalite and Hercynite Chemical Formula

While comparing Scorzalite and Hercynite 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 Hercynite chemical formula.

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

Scorzalite and Hercynite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Scorzalite and Hercynite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Scorzalite and Hercynite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Scorzalite is 4.39 whereas that of Hercynite is 4.39.