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Scorzalite and Proustite 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
5.51-5.64
1.5 Fracture
Uneven
Uneven, Uneven, ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009), Brittle
1.6 Cleavage
{110} Good
Distinct on {10 1 1}
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)
Ag 3AsS 3Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references

Scorzalite and Proustite Chemical Formula

While comparing Scorzalite and Proustite 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 Proustite chemical formula.

  • Chemical formula of Scorzalite- (Fe2+ ,Mg)Al 2(PO 4) 2(OH) 2Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)
  • Chemical formula of Proustite- Ag 3AsS 3Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references

Scorzalite and Proustite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Scorzalite and Proustite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Scorzalite and Proustite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Scorzalite is 5.51-5.64 whereas that of Proustite is 5.51-5.64.