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Scorzalite and Muscovite Physical Properties

1 Physical Properties
1.1 Tenacity
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Elastic
1.2 Solubility
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Not Available
1.3 Durability
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Not Available
1.4 Specific Gravity
3.31
2.78-2.88
1.5 Fracture
Uneven
Micaceous, Brittle
1.6 Cleavage
{110} Good
Perfect on the {001}
1.7 Mohs Hardness
5.5-6
2-3
1.8 Chemical Composition
(Fe2+ ,Mg)Al 2(PO 4) 2(OH) 2Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)
KAl 2AlSi 3O 10(OH) 2Walter Schumann , Gemstones of the world (2001) More from other references

Scorzalite and Muscovite Chemical Formula

While comparing Scorzalite and Muscovite 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 Muscovite chemical formula.

  • Chemical formula of Scorzalite- (Fe2+ ,Mg)Al 2(PO 4) 2(OH) 2Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)
  • Chemical formula of Muscovite- KAl 2AlSi 3O 10(OH) 2Walter Schumann , Gemstones of the world (2001) More from other references

Scorzalite and Muscovite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Scorzalite and Muscovite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Scorzalite and Muscovite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Scorzalite is 2.78-2.88 whereas that of Muscovite is 2.78-2.88.