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Scorzalite and Phenakite Physical Properties

1 Physical Properties
1.1 Tenacity
Not Available
Brittle
1.2 Solubility
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Not Available
1.3 Durability
Not Available
Not Available
1.4 Specific Gravity
3.31
2.90-2.98
1.5 Fracture
Uneven
Conchoidal, ConchoidalWalter Schumann, Gemstones of the world (2001), Brittle
1.6 Cleavage
{110} Good
Distinct on {11 2 0}, imperfect on {10 1 1}
1.7 Mohs Hardness
5.5-6
7.5-8
1.8 Chemical Composition
(Fe2+ ,Mg)Al 2(PO 4) 2(OH) 2Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)
Be 2SiO 4Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references

Scorzalite and Phenakite Chemical Formula

While comparing Scorzalite and Phenakite 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 Phenakite chemical formula.

  • Chemical formula of Scorzalite- (Fe2+ ,Mg)Al 2(PO 4) 2(OH) 2Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)
  • Chemical formula of Phenakite- Be 2SiO 4Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references

Scorzalite and Phenakite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Scorzalite and Phenakite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Scorzalite and Phenakite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Scorzalite is 2.90-2.98 whereas that of Phenakite is 2.90-2.98.