Scorzalite and Lawsonite Physical Properties

Scorzalite

Lawsonite

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1 Physical Properties

1.1 Tenacity

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Brittle

1.2 Solubility

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1.3 Durability

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1.4 Specific Gravity

3.313.09

1 7.18

1.5 Fracture

Uneven

White, Yellow, Pale blue, Brittle, Uneven

1.6 Cleavage

{110} Good

Perfect on {100} and {010}, imperfect on {101}

1.7 Mohs Hardness

5.5-68

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 Lawsonite Chemical Formula

While comparing Scorzalite and Lawsonite 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 Lawsonite 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 Lawsonite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Scorzalite and Lawsonite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Scorzalite and Lawsonite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Scorzalite is 3.09 whereas that of Lawsonite is 3.09.