Scorzalite and Jet Physical Properties

Scorzalite

Jet

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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

3.311.19-1.35

1 7.18

1.5 Fracture

Uneven

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

1.6 Cleavage

{110} Good

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1.7 Mohs Hardness

5.5-62.5-4

2 10

1.8 Chemical Composition

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

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Scorzalite and Jet Chemical Formula

While comparing Scorzalite and Jet 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 Jet chemical formula.

Chemical formula of Scorzalite- (Fe2+ ,Mg)Al 2(PO 4) 2(OH) 2Michael OâDonoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)

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Scorzalite and Jet Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Scorzalite and Jet Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Scorzalite and Jet Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Scorzalite is 1.19-1.35 whereas that of Jet is 1.19-1.35.