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Scorzalite and Mottramite Physical Properties

1 Physical Properties
1.1 Tenacity
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Brittle
1.2 Solubility
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Soluble
1.3 Durability
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1.4 Specific Gravity
3.31
5.9
1.5 Fracture
Uneven
Sub-Conchoidal, Brittle, Metallic
1.6 Cleavage
{110} Good
None observed
1.7 Mohs Hardness
5.5-6
3
1.8 Chemical Composition
(Fe2+ ,Mg)Al 2(PO 4) 2(OH) 2Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)
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Scorzalite and Mottramite Chemical Formula

While comparing Scorzalite and Mottramite 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 Mottramite chemical formula.

  • Chemical formula of Scorzalite- (Fe2+ ,Mg)Al 2(PO 4) 2(OH) 2Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)
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Scorzalite and Mottramite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Scorzalite and Mottramite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Scorzalite and Mottramite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Scorzalite is 5.9 whereas that of Mottramite is 5.9.