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Scorzalite and Riebeckite Physical Properties

1 Physical Properties
1.1 Tenacity
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Brittle
1.2 Solubility
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1.3 Durability
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1.4 Specific Gravity
3.31
3.28-3.44
1.5 Fracture
Uneven
Uneven, Splintery, Brittle
1.6 Cleavage
{110} Good
Perfect on {110}, intersecting at 56° and 124°; partings on {100} and {010}
1.7 Mohs Hardness
5.5-6
5.0-6.0
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 Riebeckite Chemical Formula

While comparing Scorzalite and Riebeckite 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 Riebeckite 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 Riebeckite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Scorzalite and Riebeckite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Scorzalite and Riebeckite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Scorzalite is 3.28-3.44 whereas that of Riebeckite is 3.28-3.44.