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Scorzalite and Shigaite Physical Properties


Shigaite and Scorzalite Physical Properties


Physical Properties

Tenacity
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Moderately flexible   

Solubility
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Durability
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Specific Gravity
3.31   
2.32   

Fracture
Uneven   
Flexible Flexible fragments.   

Cleavage
{110} Good   
Perfect on {0001}   

Mohs Hardness
5.5-6   
2   

Chemical Composition
(Fe2+ ,Mg)Al 2(PO 4) 2(OH) 2Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)   
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Scorzalite and Shigaite Chemical Formula

While comparing Scorzalite and Shigaite 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 Shigaite chemical formula.

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Scorzalite and Shigaite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Scorzalite and Shigaite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Scorzalite and Shigaite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Scorzalite is 2.32 whereas that of Shigaite is 2.32.

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