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Scorzalite and Lepidolite 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
3.31
2.80-2.90
1.5 Fracture
Uneven
Uneven, UnevenArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009)
1.6 Cleavage
{110} Good
{001} perfect
1.7 Mohs Hardness
5.5-6
2.5
1.8 Chemical Composition
(Fe2+ ,Mg)Al 2(PO 4) 2(OH) 2Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)
Mg 3Si 4O 10(OH) 2Ulrich Henn and Claudio C.

Scorzalite and Lepidolite Chemical Formula

While comparing Scorzalite and Lepidolite 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 Lepidolite chemical formula.

  • Chemical formula of Scorzalite- (Fe2+ ,Mg)Al 2(PO 4) 2(OH) 2Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)
  • Chemical formula of Lepidolite- Mg 3Si 4O 10(OH) 2Ulrich Henn and Claudio C.

Scorzalite and Lepidolite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Scorzalite and Lepidolite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Scorzalite and Lepidolite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Scorzalite is 2.80-2.90 whereas that of Lepidolite is 2.80-2.90.