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Scorzalite and Nephrite 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
2.90-3.10
1.5 Fracture
Uneven
Splintery, Granular, Splintery, Granular, Gemstones (2009)
1.6 Cleavage
{110} Good
Not Available
1.7 Mohs Hardness
5.5-6
6-6.5
1.8 Chemical Composition
(Fe2+ ,Mg)Al 2(PO 4) 2(OH) 2Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)
Ca 2(Mg,Fe) 5(OH) 2Walter Schumann , Gemstones of the world (2001) More from other references

Scorzalite and Nephrite Chemical Formula

While comparing Scorzalite and Nephrite 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 Nephrite chemical formula.

  • Chemical formula of Scorzalite- (Fe2+ ,Mg)Al 2(PO 4) 2(OH) 2Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)
  • Chemical formula of Nephrite- Ca 2(Mg,Fe) 5(OH) 2Walter Schumann , Gemstones of the world (2001) More from other references

Scorzalite and Nephrite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Scorzalite and Nephrite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Scorzalite and Nephrite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Scorzalite is 2.90-3.10 whereas that of Nephrite is 2.90-3.10.